Data Scientist

Summary This position is part of the Office of Science – Office of Scientific and Technical Information, Department of Energy. As a Data Scientist, you will be responsible for supporting development, pipeline design, and implementation of applications supporting dissemination of the Department of Energy Research and Development information. Responsibilities As a Data Scientist, you will: Develop and oversee computational algorithms and statistical methods to analyze data and find relationships and patterns in large volumes of data. Analyze unique and highly specialized datasets using a variety of data analytic tools. Ensure software architecture and data pipeline usage is in compliance with Federal requirements and regulations. Recommend algorithms or tools to support the design and build of scalable data pipelines. Develop, modify, and provide recommendations on data visualization, scientific and technical Artificial Intelligence (AI), and other data science tools (e.g., machine learning Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications BASIC REQUIREMENT: 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 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. GS-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidates online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-11 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2out of 3 of the following: Identifying and analyzing advancements in application development concepts, techniques, and tools; Utilizing data tools and techniques to process large, datasets into structured formats for matching, analysis, or estimation; Assisting with coding in various programming languages (such as Python or JAVA) to conduct various phases of data science projects. GS-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidates online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2out of 3 of the following: Designing and developing data analytics/science related products using techniques such as machine learning, natural language processing, robotics process automation, and artificial intelligence; Conducting analysis using software and/or programming languages such as Python or Java to test hypotheses and predict outcomes; Using data tools and techniques to process large datasets into structured formats for matching, analysis, or estimation “Experience” refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered “well qualified” you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of “Ineligible”. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available. EEO Policy: https://www.energy.gov/justice/eeo-complaint-process Reasonable Accommodation Policy: https://www.energy.gov/hc/department-energy-reasonable-accommodation-program Veterans Information: https://www.energy.gov/careers/veterans-military-spouses Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicants criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at AdministrativeInvestigations@hq.doe.gov.