Data Scientist

Summary

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Protect your homeland and defend your culture. Join USCIS, America's frontline defense against illegal foreign infiltration and fraud.

As an Data Scientist, you will gather and analyze facts, determine the accuracy of data, apply technical proficiency in using current software functionality, and research ways to improve production and/or increase the quality of the work product.

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This job is open to

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### The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. ### Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants. ### Clarification from the agency

These positions will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority for the occupations and is open to all U.S. citizens.

Duties

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• The responsibilities described are for the full performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope performed with less independence, and limited complexity.
• Lead the collection, validation, and prioritization of analytical datasets for data visualization products in coordination with IT resources.
• Critically assess and interpret complex datasets, scrutinizing data quality, validity, and reliability, and identifying inconsistencies or biases.
• Conduct complex algorithmic analysis, select and optimize algorithms, and report insights to senior leadership.
• Respond to data requests, perform data analysis using statistical software, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Develop, refine, and pilot innovative data visualizations (e.g., dashboards) with an emphasis on clarity, accuracy, and credibility of insights.
• Provide training and support teams in evidence-based decision-making and application of rigorous data validation techniques.

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