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Research Data Scientist - Penn State University
Data Scientist
Lead advanced data analytics and machine learning projects to uncover insights and drive research outcomes, leveraging Python, R, and SQL to build robust models and scalable data pipelines.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy predictive models and statistical analyses to support interdisciplinary research initiatives.
- Collaborate with domain scientists to translate research questions into data-driven solutions.
- Build and maintain reproducible data pipelines using Python, R, and SQL, ensuring data quality and integrity.
- Present findings through clear visualizations and technical reports to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to best practices in data science workflows.
Requirements
- Advanced proficiency in Python and R for data manipulation, modeling, and visualization.
- Strong background in statistical modeling, machine learning, and hypothesis testing.
- Experience with SQL and relational database management.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a research environment.
Skills
pythonmachine learningsql