Entry Level Data Scientist

Description:* JOB SUMMARY We are currently seeking an entry-level Data Scientist/Modeler I. This position located in Columbus, OH. Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) Defense business line, in our National Security business unit, is currently seeking persons with knowledge of physical/mathematical phenomena and programming savvy. The Hazard Modeling Team within CBRNE Defense provides its customers with technical analyses as well as modeling capabilities to inform their preparedness and response planning efforts to mitigate risk to the United States or their company. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to make this Nation and Battelle’s clients safer and better prepared. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Support model development activities concerning inhalation, ingestion, dermal, and radiation exposure hazards, response to CBRNE events, and decision support.
Perform rigorous mathematical and statistical analysis on large data sets.
Design and develop graphical user interfaces for mathematical models.
Develop code to support database and back-end server interface.
Test model code for accuracy and performance.
Collect, reduce, process, and present model input and output data.
Write reports of methods used and results obtained. THE FOLLOWING IS DESIRED
Coursework in statistics or probability (at least one formal class).
Coursework in engineering (e.g., transport phenomenon, reaction kinetics).
Significant programming experience in an object-oriented programming language (e.g., C++, C#, Java, or python. Matlab, LabVIEW, Mathcad, Mathematica would not be considered relevant experience).
Experience with JavaScript/HTML/CSS.
Skills:* data analysis, economics, mathematics, data modeling, software engineering, actuarial, computer science, python, statistical analysis, java, risk mitigation
Top Skills Details:* data analysis,economics,mathematics,data modeling,software engineering,actuarial,computer science,python,statistical analysis,java,risk mitigation
Additional Skills & Qualifications:* 0 to 2 years of experience in software development, mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, data science, or related field.
Education reflecting on of the following: o Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Science Engineering with a minor, certificate, or relevant work experience in in a scientific or mathematical field (e.g., statistics, data analysis, biology, engineering). o Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Physics engineering, Actuarial science, Mathematics, Biology, or Engineering with a minor or certificate in computer science or relevant work experience requiring computer programming.
Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above.
Completed coursework in higher-level mathematics (e.g., calculus, differential equations, linear algebra).
Completed coursework in computer science and/or mathematical modeling.
Experience using object-oriented programming in C++, C#, Java, or python for significant classroom assignments, undergraduate research, or other work experience.
Ability to learn and understand new programing languages and mathematical concepts.
Must be clearance eligible with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD clearance.
Experience Level:* Entry Level

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