Data Scientist

Summary This position is located in the Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation (NRR), Embark Venture Studio (EVS) and Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards (NMSS), Program Management, Policy Development, and Analysis Staff (PMDA). This position is Bargaining Unit with the National Treasury Employees Union, Chapter 20

• This position is not subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements. This position is subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements. Responsibilities The incumbent serves as a Data Scientist with specific technical expertise. Duties include but are not limited to: data mining/data analysis methods (e.g., data cleansing, data management, analytics, visualization, and engineering), modeling (e.g., model selection, training, evaluation, and tuning), mathematics, statistics, and artificial intelligence to collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets. collection and maintenance of data, data analytics, development of methodological approaches, study design, development of data strategies and data policies, and advanced written, verbal, and visual communications of study/analysis output. provides direction and scientific expertise to a wide range of highly complex, highly visible initiatives and projects. leads and/or consults with cross-functional teams to develop data-driven solutions that address NRC's program and business challenges. leverages data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to visualize and analyze data in support of metrics, trend analysis, and other reports and projects. utilizes scripting languages (such as JavaScript, Java, Python) to create predictive models to drive data-driven decision-making and automate existing processes. analyzes management information requirements to develop program or administrative reporting systems including the systems specifications, data gathering and analytical techniques, and systems evaluation methodology. leads the development and implementation of mathematical, and/or statistical (e.g., regression, classification, resampling, statistical tests, and proper usage) techniques and concepts that are applicable to data management, analysis, regulatory issues, and program oversight, including understanding the issues and limitations of these techniques. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required This is a Drug Testing position. Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires. To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the NRC will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent that an NRC job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position. Qualifications The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in developing data analytics/science related products (e.g. machine learning, natural language processing, robotics process automation, and artificial intelligence) and applied programming or data manipulation with a programing language (e.g., Python; R; SQL; or equivalent) to analyze large volumes of data to build and enhance products, processes, and systems. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in identifying problematic issues and reporting discrepancies and providing appropriate recommendations to leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with peers, management, and personnel of other U.S. government agencies, equivalent industry organizations, or international organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate technical information both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of regulatory programs, policies, guidance, and support activities. In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as experience performing data acquisition, data cleansing, and data visualization with tools such as Tableau and Power BI; having familiarity with data discovery to take an unknown data set and extract meaning; possessing effective software development skills and understanding scripting languages; and exhibiting excellent skills related to written and oral communications, organization, problem solving, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. A description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the qualifications desired in an ideal candidate must be addressed in your resume. Education Basic Requirements: 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. Additional Information The duty location of this position is Rockville, MD. In general, employees are expected to be in the office at a minimum of 4 days per pay period**. Telework schedules, including full-time telework, are approved, on a case-by-case basis. If selected, telework will be determined in accordance with Agency policy and the Collective Bargaining Agreement, if applicable.