Data Scientist

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with education and experience (anticipated hiring range $95,000 - $110,000)

remote work

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Mar 25, 2025

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG193989EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Data Scientist
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with education and experience (anticipated hiring range $95,000 - $110,000)
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work and/or flexible work arrangements but is not eligible to be fully remote.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Institutional Strategy & Analysis
About the Department	As NC State's central office and authoritative source for institutional reporting and analytics, Institutional Strategy and Analysis ( ISA) supports the university's strategic decisions, planning activities, operations, evaluation efforts, and accountability by providing consistent, reliable information and analysis to university leaders, administrators, faculty and staff, students, external stakeholders, and the public. In carrying out its mission, ISA: Collects, analyzes, interprets, models, and reports information about NC State Manages institutional strategic planning, including implementation planning and metrics for the university strategic plan Provides leadership in governance and strategy with respect to the university's academic and administrative data Administers, analyzes, supports, and oversees institutional surveys Supports, administers, and maintains applicable data structures, applications, and systems Why NC State? Impactful Work - Your contributions directly influence strategic university decisions. Collaborative Environment - Work with a talented, cross-functional team in a data-driven culture. Career Growth - Access to professional development and cutting-edge projects. Flexibility - Hybrid work opportunities for better work-life balance
Essential Job Duties	The Data Scientist plays a key role in advancing NC State's data and analytics capabilities. Applying advanced analytical and statistical techniques, methods, and tools, this role will develop and implement predictive models and other sophisticated analytics solutions. Working on the Data Science team within Institutional Strategy and Analysis's (ISA's) University Data and Analytics ( UDA) unit, this role is a member of a specialized team dedicated to building and delivering analytical products and services that provide actionable insights, drive strategic decision-making, and enhance overall institutional effectiveness. Additionally, the Senior Data Scientist will be responsible for providing leadership and guidance to other data scientists on Data Science team projects and operations, which may include task assignment, work review, and project facilitation to ensure successful team collaboration and project completion.
Other Responsibilities	Specific duties of the position include: Contribute to complex data analysis projects and collaborate with other data scientists, analysts, and developers across multiple teams and functional areas. Design and implement advanced machine learning models and statistical analyses. Develop and maintain data processing pipelines and automated workflows. Create clear data visualizations and reports to communicate findings. Present findings to stakeholders and contribute to cross-team written reports. Drive improvements in data collection and processing workflows and procedures. Maintain organized documentation of analyses and methodologies. Perform related duties as assigned or required to meet UDA, ISA, or university goals and objectives.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Master's degree and at least two years of relevant experience OR Bachelor's degree with at least three years of relevant experience OR An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience
Other Required Qualifications	Advanced programming skills in Python and SQL Proven experience with machine learning frameworks and statistical modeling Strong project management and communication skills Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI) Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) Hands-on experience with time series analysis, forecasting and regression analysis Track record of successful collaboration in cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in academic or research environments Knowledge of SQL and relational database management Experience with pandas, NumPy, and scikit-learn libraries Knowledge of Docker containers and basic DevOps practices Familiarity with Agile development methodologies Basic understanding of big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) Expertise in deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP)
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	03/25/2025
Anticipated Close Date	Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. You may also add an optional document (Document 1) with a link to a personal website or portfolio in support of your application.

Position Details

Position Number	00111337
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	022201 - Institutional Strategy & Analysis (ISA)
AA/EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.