Data Scientist - Hybrid (3 days on site in Rockville MD, 2 days remote)
Scope of Work: We are seeking 2 data scientists to support ongoing data analysis, data reporting, visualization of data, data literacy, and data driven decision making efforts for the client
Candidate(s) proficient in:
- Skills: Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, and Machine Learning
- Programming: Python and R
- Virtualization: Tableau and Power BI
- Use of Industry or Government operations data: Budgets, Contracts, Human Resources
4) The Data Scientists will be expected to coordinate with managers including, but not limited to, budget, fiscal, contracts, and human resources to
identify data requirements and data analysis needs that best provide information to facilitate data driven decision making for Department contracts, budget, human resources, and other Department operations.
5) Participates in or designs data analytics projects using qualitative and quantitative investigative techniques, fact finding methods such as interviews, performance evaluations, statistical analysis, surveys, site visits and observations.
6) Conducts increasingly complex studies and analyses of datasets to uncover performance trends using a wide variety of tools and systems including business intelligence software, customer relationship management software, geospatial mapping software, open data platforms, statistical analysis applications, data integration and manipulation tools and techniques.
7) Establishes performance metrics and works with departments to identify problem areas and potential solutions.
8) Develops or participates in the development of logical business models, relational databases and other data repositories.
9) Synthesizes and communicates complex ideas and information to department managers and program managers and other staff and program stakeholders by developing user friendly presentations, dashboards, applications, online performance metrics and reports.
10) Advises management on organizational and operational performance trends, challenges and issues during regularly scheduled meetings.
11) Develops presentations and facilitating meetings with diverse audiences.
12) Makes recommendations to management to include options and alternatives to improve policies and programs in a fiscally responsible manner.