Assistant Data Scientist
Core
Assistant Data Scientist supporting the National Park Service Inventory and Monitoring Division to manage, visualize, and publish ecological data across multiple network offices.
Role type
Assistant Data Scientist (Data Management & Visualization)
Builds
Data packages, metadata, machine-readable datasets, and dashboards for ecological inventory and monitoring programs.
Domain
Natural Resources / Environmental Science / Ecological Data Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
R programming, Python programming, metadata creation, data quality assurance (QA/QC), relational database management, data visualization, script automation
Preferred skills
GIS (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online), SQL Server, Access, geospatial data analysis, ecological data experience
Technologies
R, Python, R Markdown, Power BI, AGOL, ESRI Survey 123, Field Maps, SQL Server, Access, ArcGIS Pro
Responsibilities
Create and upload data packages to NPS DataStore; write scripts for data quality checks and automation; generate EML metadata and machine-readable datasets; create graphs and dashboards in R, Python, and Power BI; manage and maintain relational databases; document data management workflows and SOPs.
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC