Data Scientist- Continuous Improvement

Dallas College

Dallas College, a leader in community education since 1965, is part of a large network serving over three million students across seven campuses. The institution prioritizes student-centric education and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. The Data Scientist role is essential for driving business improvements through insightful data analysis.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Oversee data collection, storage, and interpretation for business uses.
• Create organized categories from data points and compare them with existing processes.
• Write detailed reports on business predictions and proposals.
• Collect data through analysis of business results and manage new studies.
• Transform data into suitable formats for analysis and automate data collection.
• Prepare business reports and presentations.
• Utilize machine learning tools to create and optimize classifiers.
• Analyze large data sets to identify patterns and solutions.

This role comes with the following benefits:

This role requires you to have:

• Exceptional technical writing skills.
• Ability to communicate complex data simply.
• Data visualization capabilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with data management tools.
• Knowledge of statistical programming languages (R, Python, SQL).
• Good statistical skills and understanding of related methodologies.

You would benefit from having:

• Familiarity with Scala, Java, or C++.
• Strong math skills, including Multivariable Calculus and Linear Algebra.
• Experience with data visualization tools like matplotlib, ggplot, d3.js, and Tableau.
• Strong software engineering background.

Applicants must have a Master’s degree and five years of relevant experience, with a preference for a background in Computer Science or Engineering. Official transcripts are required. A criminal background check may be necessary.