Data Scientist

Data Science - ITUS Exempt RegularFull timeStateside Exempt 5.1Location: Adelphi, MD (Hybrid)

Summary:

This is an opportunity to build and manage critical tools, processes, and systems that will support the ongoing success of our largest customers.  The Data Scientist will design and implement data collection and reporting systems to continuously enhance the quality and breadth of data-informed decisions and communications. Additionally, they will conduct analyses in order to inform day-to-day practice, drive strategy and policy, and monitor key program and student outcomes. The Data Scientist will also serve as the internal lead on accessing key data systems and will be responsible for managing on-demand data requests to answer key questions about the initiatives and operations of our largest customers. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop processes to systematically collect, archive, and report data. 

• Work formatively with internal management around the development of appropriate analysis 

• questions and meaningful performance indicators. 

• Analyze and visualize data on a project basis to enhance understanding of and usage by key stakeholders. 

• Collaborate with internal program staff around all analysis activities. 

• Prepare and disseminate analysis reports, briefs, and presentations; communicate results meaningfully to various audiences both internal and external. 

• Engage in capacity building with internal staff around using data to inform practice and 

• strategy. 

• Analyze system data, handle data requests and special analyses, and provide data and reports to external partners. 

• Assist in determining key future analyses and metrics based on findings from external research, literature reviews, and collaboration with external partners.  

Skills:

• Ability to communicate analysis findings, both written and orally, to a broad range of audiences including field staff, internal management, senior leadership, funders, and researchers. Excellent communication skills are essential. 

• Ability to conduct multiple projects concurrently, both independently and as a member of a team. 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, respond to multiple constituencies, and meet established deadlines. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including T-SQL querying and the use of other software such as SPSS or SAS.  

• Proficient and creative data visualization abilities. 

• Exceptional written, verbal, organizational, and technology skills. 

• Ability to conduct multiple projects concurrently, both independently and as a member of a collaborative team.  Able to balance competing priorities and deadlines. 

• Compile and organize findings in graphs, charts, mock-ups, and diagrams. 

• A track record of success as demonstrated by superior academic and professional achievement. 

• Intense intellectual curiosity and desire to get to the root cause. 

• Team player, comfortable working with a variety of people and capable of leading a group toward a common goal. 

• Ability to function effectively in a large, complex organization. 

• Ability to define problems, analyze data, and outline valid conclusions and action steps 

Education & Experience Requirements:

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience developing and conducting data analysis and reporting. 

• Knowledge of educational research and urban educational systems is beneficial. 

• Experience with diverse technology stacks and adaptability are strongly preferred. 

• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau desired. 

• Experience with statistical tools such as R, SAS, MatLab, scipy (python) desired. 

• Familiarity with sociological research methods is a bonus.  

Preferred Experience Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree

Experience

• Prior project management experience and/or experience in education preferred.   

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC's Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at employee-accommodations@umgc.edu. 

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 days of paid vacation, 15 days of sick leave, 3 personal days, and 15 paid holidays (16 during general election years). For part-time employees, time off rates will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance. Part-time employees working less than 0.5 FTE are not eligible for LTD.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Plans: Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
• Tuition Remission: Immediate availability for Regular Exempt Staff. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service. NOTE: For part-time employees (at least 50 percent of the time), tuition remission benefits are prorated.

Hiring Range:

$250,000.00 - $270,000.00