Data Analyst

Our group is seeking highly motivated data scientists interested in solving challenging technical problems that impact the real world. As part of an interdisciplinary team, our assistant technical staff support projects through physics-based modeling, data analysis, and algorithm development using a combination of advanced analytics and critical reasoning. Technical staff employ computing environments such as MATLAB, Python, or Julia to create quantitative analysis products and assist project leads in developing high-impact briefings for Government change-makers. Upon joining the group, the candidate will work with an experienced team to learn about the Homeland Protection mission and develop a career path that matches their technical interests.

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (e.g., Physics, Mathematics, Applied Math, Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science or similar field)

• Strong expertise in MATLAB, Python, or Julia

• Demonstrated proficiency working with data (e.g., collection, curation, transformation, processing, visualization)

• Experience with common data analytics and/or modeling techniques (e.g., clustering, time-series analysis, Monte Carlo simulation, etc.)

• Basic knowledge of descriptive and inferential statistics (e.g., graphical techniques, predictive inference, etc.)

• Ability to work well as part of a team and rapidly learn new skills

Desired Requirements

• Interest in National Security

• Experience with large, complex datasets (i.e., big data)

• Experience with source control management tools like Git

• Experience with machine learning frameworks

• Strong presentation and communication skills

Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including-but not limited to-the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

• MIT-funded pension

• Matching 401K

• Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)

• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs

• Mentorship programs

• A range of work-life balance options

• ... and much more!

Please visit our Benefits page (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits) for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits/additional) .

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.