Data Scientist

The MASY Group is seeking a Data Scientist to support federal agencies in collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting data to develop and execute projects and communicate results to leadership. This onsite role is based in Bethesda, MD.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, analyze, and interpret data and information to support the development and execution of current projects
• Track and maintain institutional and program data, including metrics, while evaluating the quality and reliability of data
• Prepare reports, presentations, and written materials for leadership that clearly and effectively communicate findings, trends, patterns, and predictions using relevant data and research
• Support, coordinate, or promote strategic initiatives and projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, public policy, economics, sociology, education, business analytics, or a related social science field from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least 2 years of directly comparable experience working with quantitative information and data
• Ability to generate and present data insights using statistical software and data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar
• Experience with programming or coding (for example, Visual Basic, SQL, or similar). Coding skills are transferable; VBA (or Python) may be used with Excel, and VBA/SQL can work with Access. The role requires familiarity with the concept of using code to manipulate data
• TS/SCI with CI Polygraph REQUIRED

Tools and Technologies

• MS Office, Excel, Access
• Power BI, Tableau
• Visual Basic, SQL, VBA, Python

Benefits

• 5% matching 401k with no vesting period
• Family leave
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Experience in graphic design
• Training in and experience with more advanced statistical techniques