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.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Applying professional knowledge of one or more in computer science, mathematical, statistical theories, techniques, and methods to gather, analyze, design, and construct new processes for modeling, interpreting, and/or reporting quantitative information, trends, relationships, and correlations among or within data sets. AND Degree requirement: A. Degree: 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 B. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1560 series. *NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position.