Data Scientist - Level 1

RAND • Full-time • Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, US • 1d ago

Job Type

Regular

RAND seeks Data Scientists to join the Research Programming Group (RPG). Our Data Scientists are a world-class resource for RAND’s researchers. As part of the RPG team, you will have the opportunity to interact with and learn from some of the best in the profession.

Duties

Work as a member of research teams to identify and answer important research questions
Acquire a strong understanding of research topics and a thorough knowledge of the data and programming efforts involved
Answer research questions by using appropriate data analytic techniques
Manipulate and analyze complex, high-volume, high-dimensionality data from varying sources
Communicate findings to technical and non-technical staff

Basic Qualifications

Expert knowledge of multiple programming languages including Python and/or R
Experience with machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data mining
Experience working with distributed computing tools such as Spark or Hadoop
Experience with cloud platform providers like Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure
A strong passion for empirical research and for answering hard questions using quantitative methods
A flexible analytic approach that allows for results at varying levels of precision
Ability to communicate complex quantitative analysis in a clear, precise, and actionable manner
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to solve data analysis problems independently.

Education

BA/BS in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or related field required. MA/MS preferred.

Experience

1 year minimum related experience required, 2 or more years related experience preferred

Security Clearance

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance is preferred.

Location

Santa Monica, Washington D.C., Pittsburgh, Boston

Coding Sample Required

Applicants will be required to provide Code sample(s) -related work uploaded as a writing sample.

Salary Range: $73,700 - $109,400

RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate’s work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity. This position is eligible for overtime. In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer: race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet