US Office of the Secretary of Transportation - Data Scientist DIRECT HIRE

Data Scientist is needed in Washington, United States.

Client: US Office of the Secretary of Transportation

Location: Washington, DC

Contract: Temporary, Part-time, Full-time

Job Description

As a Data Scientist, you will be responsible for collaborating with team members and stakeholders to identify and select relevant data sources. You will analyze data using statistical and mathematical methodologies, develop suitable datasets for analysis, and contribute to project teams with analytical and problem-solving skills. Additionally, you will create data visualizations, online databases, and mobile applications to support research and communication initiatives.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment:

• You must be a U.S. citizen and meet specialized experience requirements
• Submit application and resume online by the closing date
• Required documents must be submitted by the closing date

Qualifications:

To qualify for different GS levels, specific experience is required. For example, at the GS-11 level, experience using data science tools and analyzing data is necessary. Other GS levels have increasing experience requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to use data science theory and statistical methods
• Knowledge of programming languages, spatial analysis tools, and data wrangling techniques

Education

Basic Requirements:

Degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, or related fields. Combination of education and experience is also acceptable.

Additional Information

This section includes details on benefits, the hiring process, agency contact information, and next steps in the application process.