Data Science Specialist 46229BR Campus: Tempe Data Science Specialist Job Description The Data Science Specialist Leads efforts to maintain a database of education related data and to conduct data analysis and reporting for modeling the educational system and supporting efforts to improve outcomes. Job Family Business Operations Department Name EOSS Helios Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time VP Code EDUC OUTRCH & STDT SVCS Scope of Search Open Grant Funded Position This is a grant funded position. Continuation is contingent on future grant funding. Salary Range $56,600 - $100,000 per year; DOE Close Date 15-October-2018 Category 02 Essential Duties - Oversees secure collection, cleaning, standardization, transformation and storing of data from various sources. - Maintains databases and related programs in a thorough and efficient manner, ensuring data quality. - Identifies and uses appropriate investigative and analytical technologies to identify patterns, interpret and verify results. - Uses predictive modeling, statistics, trend analysis and other data analysis techniques to explore data and to answer specific research questions. - Co-creates models that describe the current education system and sub-systems. - Evaluates the impact of innovations and interventions intended to improve student outcomes. - Utilizes effective project planning techniques to break down projects into tasks and ensure deadlines are met. - Prepares, or oversees the preparation of, reports, dashboards and presentations. - Collaborates with the team in order to improve the effectiveness of computational models through the use of data and feedback from education stakeholders. - Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in Statistics, Computer Information Systems, Business Information, Economics or a related field and three (3) years of related data analysis experience, OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Desired Qualifications - Ability to aggregate, normalize and process data by authoring predictive algorithms to synthesize and present actionable data insights. - Experience in the use of SQL, data visualizations, database software and statistical programs - Demonstrated knowledge of statistical analysis, database architecture, data mining and predictive modeling tools and techniques. - Experience in using and learning a wide variety of tools and languages to achieve results (e.g., R, SAS, SPSS, Python, Hadoop, RapidMiner, SQL, Javascript, etc.). - Experience in completing projects with evidence of creative and critical thinking. - Experience in communicating findings in a clear, accurate and user-friendly manner. - Experience in working independently and within a team. - Experience in supervising staff and directing research projects in an efficient and timely manner. - Experience in addressing important educational and social issues. - Evidence of an advanced degree preferred. Working Environment Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 15 pounds. Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicting priorities. Ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions. Department Statement The Decision Center for Educational Excellence facilitates data and evidence-driven decision making to improve the outcomes achieved in Arizona's education systems, from pre-K through employment. The Center analyzes and visualizes data on Arizona's educational and employment outcomes and the factors that shape those outcomes, and convenes educators, policy makers, and business and civic leaders to: uncover insights to the state and trajectory of educational systems; explore innovations and practices that could improve student outcomes; and facilitate collaborative decision-making to strengthen Arizona's schools and economy. ASU Statement Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 80,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit - AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Arizona State University is committed to providing safety and security resources and information for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors. In accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), ASU publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes safety and security policies and procedures, crime and fire prevention information, crime and fire statistics, and numerous resources for current and prospective students and employees. To access the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report online, visit - A hard copy of this report may be obtained, free of charge, by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456 or by visiting the ASU Police Department at 325 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, Arizona, during business hours (M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Employment Verification Statement ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Fingerprint Check Statement This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check. Instructions to Apply Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated. Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated. Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.