Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Ripple Effect is looking for a Senior Data Scientist (Part-Time, On-Call) with 6 years of experience to support our client’s mission. This role will work closely with our Digital Transformation Team to analyze complex datasets, generate insights, and develop statistical models to support data-driven decision making. The ideal candidate has a strong background in data analysis, and statistical modeling, with a proven ability to drive actionable insights from complex datasets.

If this position sounds of interest, there’s a place for you here at Ripple Effect! We are a diverse, progressive, and engaging work environment. We offer a multitude of incentives and flexible work options that work for you and your lifestyle.

General Information

• Job Code: SHR-DM-03
• Location : Ripple Effect Headquarters – Rockville, MD
• Employee Type : Non- Exempt, Part-Time, On-Call (Hours can vary ranging from 0-20 at any time) (Ask our recruiters about flexible work arrangements )
• Telework : Fully Remote
• Clearance: Public Trust
• Number of Openings : 1
• Salary Range : $38.68 - $44.48 per hour (how we pay and promote)

Responsibilities

• Data Management: Extract and transform raw data from multiple sources into meaningful and actionable insights. Aggregate coded comment data to surface themes and insights. Ensure data quality and integrity by implementing robust data validation, cleaning processes, and best practices for data management.
• Data Analysis & Modeling: Design and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to solve business problems and generate insights from large and complex data sets. Develop coding frameworks using NVivo, R, or other coding platforms.
• Training & Documentation: Develop training materials and co-lead training events. Develop and revise SoPs and other related process documentation.
• Reporting: Develop client reports using aggregated data. Track and process progress reports using an electronic database. Review documents for accuracy and collaborating with team members to resolve any discrepancies. Present findings and recommendations to key decision-makers in a clear and concise manner.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in data science.
• Other related tasks, as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field.
• 6 years of data science related experience, with at least 2 of those years in a social or biomedical science related field.

Basic Requirements

• Proven experience as a Data Science Analyst, with a focus on data analysis, modeling, and visualization.
• Proficient in coding languages such as Python or R, data manipulation tools like SQL, and cloud platforms like Azure.
• Strong knowledge of statistical and machine learning techniques.
• Experience manipulating data in NVivo or other coding platforms.
• Thorough knowledge of English grammar, syntax, spelling, punctuation, and abbreviation.
• Ability to learn and navigate web-based system such as SharePoint, Teams, and other electronic business systems.
• Ability to prioritize among multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills to effectively communicate with colleagues, research staff, and other business operations professionals to understand requirements and explain data projects.

To be successful at Ripple Effect, you must be able to pay attention to details, clearly communicate, work independently, and have an eagerness to learn. Learn more about what makes Ripple so great check out our capabilities.

Skills That Set You Apart

• Experience with automated business systems and transfer/tracking of information within and between systems.
• Experience with social science research, comment coding, quality control, and aggregation for Federal client projects.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools and techniques such as Power BI.
• Experience writing training and guidance materials.

If you don’t have all of the skills above, don’t be discouraged—no resume paints a complete picture of a person. There’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think, so please apply!

About Ripple Effect

Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned small business providing professional consulting and exceptional talent for federal, private, and non-profit clients. We deliver multi-disciplinary solutions across Communications & Outreach, Research & Evaluation, Program Management & Policy, Digital Transformation, and Technical & Scientific Support solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains.

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Benefits

Ripple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from competitive pay and exceptional benefits to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences.

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Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, political affiliation, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department at HR@rippleeffect.com or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify.

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