Data Scientist

This position is part of the DSCA. The incumbent will be responsible for developing algorithms and/or tools to support data manipulation and processing as well as the use of data visualization techniques to articulate findings. Plans, leads, and advises team members of a study team on relevant research and analytical studies of agency problems to support critical operational problems and/or decisions for robotic, autonomy or artificial intelligence programs and initiatives.

As a Data Scientist at the GS-1560-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Identifies and/or develops innovative and effective approaches and methodologies; applies advanced operations research and data science techniques for quantitative analysis, statistical analysis, forecasting, predictive modeling, prescriptive analysis, and optimization; and validates analysis and outcomes. Identifies, develops, and integrates pertinent information, including internal and external sources, through various data collection procedures and technologies, including emerging data science and big data methodologies. Directs and coordinates specific data mining, analysis, advanced modeling, development of mathematical algorithms, and computer program design activities with Office of Secretary of War and the Military Departments and with high-level personnel in the Department of State and other USG agencies.