Data Scientist - Direct Hire Authority

Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement. If you are qualifying based on education OR if there are mandatory education requirements listed below, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcript with your application. 

Applicants MUST meet the required basic entry qualification requirements described below:

BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Have an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college or university in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position; 

OR

Have a combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown above, plus additional education or appropriate experience.

IN ADDITION to the basic requirements, this position requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Experience developing data analytic solutions using machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques.
• Experience conducting analyses using software and/or programming languages that include Python, R, and SQL to convey statistical or technical information.
• Experience presenting data reports to stakeholders.
• Experience managing and processing large volumes of data to develop findings, inferences, conclusions, and recommendations.

Note: You MUST submit transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you WILL lose consideration for this position.