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4d ago

Data Scientist

US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Boulder, CO

Boulder, CO

4d ago

$75k - $137k/yr Full time Python Analytics Arcgis Online

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Job Description

NOAA is seeking a Data Scientist to build models, analyze weather and ocean data, and create visualizations that support decision makers.

Location: Boulder, CO onsite • Salary: USD 74,678 - 137,128 per year • Education: Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or related field • Experience: 1 year minimum

Responsibilities

Serve as a weather and ocean subject matter expert to define, track, and share requirements for user needs and research, observation, and service needs related to new decision support products and services for decision makers.
Collaborate with NOAA Line Offices, Laboratories, and Programs to improve operational service provision, research transition, and integration of weather and ocean data to support user decision making.
Analyze complex weather and ocean datasets (geospatial, time series) to develop models, predictions, and insights using desktop software (R, Python, ArcGIS Pro) and web platforms (Esri Notebooks, ArcGIS Online, Jupyter Notebooks, Google Earth Engine). Design data management processes for interoperable formats (NetCDF) and data services (ERDDAP).
Assist in developing engaging visualizations of weather and ocean data and analyze with modern interactive and web-based approaches (Leaflet, R Shiny, Plotly Dash, and similar tools).

Requirements

U.S. Citizens only.
Suitable for Federal employment as determined by a background investigation.
Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov).
Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
One year probationary period may be required.
Relocation expenses (PCS) are not authorized.
Moderate Risk Security Clearance required.
Background investigation will be required; continued employment contingent on successful completion and favorable adjudication. Failure to meet requirements may result in termination.

Technologies

Python
R
ArcGIS Pro
Esri Notebooks
ArcGIS Online
Jupyter Notebooks
Google Earth Engine
NetCDF
ERDDAP
Leaflet
R Shiny
Plotly Dash

This job is open to

The public: U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the United States.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL): Federal employees whose job, agency, or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

Open to clarification from the agency

Open to the Public and Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL).

Additional Information

ICTAP and CTAP candidates may receive selection priority if well qualified. See Career Transition Resources for details.
ICTAP applicants must submit specific documentation, including relevant RIF notices or certification from the former agency, SF-50, performance appraisals, and other eligibility materials.
CTAP applicants must submit documentation such as RIF notices, CES, SF-50, and related eligibility documents.
Reasonable Accommodation requests for the USA Hire Assessments may be submitted if you have a disability; requests must be received before starting assessments.
NOAA participates in E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.
The Federal Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer; hires are not based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

How to apply

Read the entire announcement and all instructions before applying. Submit all required questionnaires, assessments, and documents by the closing time (11:59 PM ET) to be considered.
Click the blue "Apply Online" button to begin.
If you are not a USAJOBS user, create an account; if you are a registered user, log in to proceed.

Required Documents

Resume: Up to two pages; include job title(s), duties, starting and ending dates; indicate full-time or part-time and weekly hours if applicable. Consider using the USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included.
Unofficial Transcripts: Proof of higher education is required for this position.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If education was completed outside the U.S., provide an equivalency evaluation letter from an accredited organization.
CTAP and ICTAP documentation, if applicable: Include the required notices and SF-50 documentation as detailed in the announcement.

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