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Data Scientist - VHB
Data Scientist
Data Scientist role focused on transportation safety and planning, leveraging Python, R, SQL, Tableau, GIS, and advanced statistical modeling to analyze large datasets, build predictive models, and create insightful visualizations for federal and state agencies.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze large transportation datasets to identify safety trends and support planning initiatives.
- Develop and validate statistical models and machine learning algorithms to predict accident risks and optimize resource allocation.
- Create dynamic visualizations and dashboards using Tableau and GIS tools to communicate findings to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with federal, state, and local agencies to design research studies and interpret results.
- Document methodologies, produce technical reports, and present insights to non‑technical audiences.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Python and R for data manipulation, analysis, and modeling.
- Strong SQL skills for querying large relational databases.
- Experience with Tableau and GIS software for data visualization and spatial analysis.
- Solid foundation in statistical modeling, hypothesis testing, and machine learning techniques.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to translate complex analyses into actionable recommendations.
Skills
pythonsqltableaumachine learning