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POSITION SPECIFICS
We are seeking a
Data Scientist
to be located in Honolulu, HI to join our Information Advantage Office of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You should possess deep expertise in
Python, data science libraries, and visualization/BI tools
to lead advanced analytics initiatives supporting mission-critical objectives. The ideal candidate brings both strong technical acumen and domain experience working with
Department of Defense (DoD)
and/or
Intelligence Community (IC)
data sources such as
SIGINT, GEOINT, or other multi-INT data . This position may be filled as a Senior Data Scientist. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will: Design and conduct
exploratory data analysis
and hypothesis testing to support analytic objectives Develop
interactive dashboards and visualizations
using tools such as
Power BI, Tableau, and Grafana , translating complex findings into actionable insights for senior decision-makers Build and optimize
Python-based data pipelines
leveraging libraries such as
pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, matplotlib, seaborn, and Plotly . Work with diverse data formats (CSV, JSON, XML, Excel, etc.) and integrate across relational (Postgres, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Accumulo) databases Apply advanced
data mining, statistical modeling, graph algorithms, and machine learning
to extract insights from large structured and unstructured datasets Mentor junior data scientists and analysts, fostering best practices in statistical rigor, code quality, and reproducibility Required skills/experience areas include: Python expertise
(primary language) with demonstrated use of
data science and machine learning libraries
(e.g., scikit-learn, pandas, NumPy, SciPy, PyTorch or TensorFlow) Strong skills in
data visualization and BI tools : Power BI, Tableau, Grafana, or equivalent Proficiency in
SQL
and experience with
NoSQL databases Solid foundation in
probability, statistics, and applied machine learning
techniques Experience with
data pipelines, APIs, and distributed systems
in a production environment Familiarity with
cloud-native and containerized environments
(e.g., Kubernetes) and associated observability stacks Hands-on experience with configuration management and version control tools (e.g., Git, GitLab/GitHub, Atlassian suite) Active Top Secret DoD Clearance Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skillsable to brief senior leadership and mission partners Strong organizational skills with the ability to
prioritize and manage multiple projects Collaborative mindset with demonstrated ability to
lead technical discussions
and mentor peers Customer-focused, adaptable, and effective in interfacing with both corporate and government stakeholders Exceptional technical writing skills for producing plans, reports, and documentation Preferred skills/experience areas include: Direct experience with
DoD or Intelligence Community data , including but not limited to
SIGINT, GEOINT, MASINT, or Multi-INT fusion Understanding of mission needs in defense, national security, or intelligence analysis Active TS/SCI DoD clearance highly preferred Your working location will be in Oahu, HI. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Master's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $86,300.00 - $129,500.00. The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines #J-18808-Ljbffr
Data Scientist
to be located in Honolulu, HI to join our Information Advantage Office of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You should possess deep expertise in
Python, data science libraries, and visualization/BI tools
to lead advanced analytics initiatives supporting mission-critical objectives. The ideal candidate brings both strong technical acumen and domain experience working with
Department of Defense (DoD)
and/or
Intelligence Community (IC)
data sources such as
SIGINT, GEOINT, or other multi-INT data . This position may be filled as a Senior Data Scientist. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will: Design and conduct
exploratory data analysis
and hypothesis testing to support analytic objectives Develop
interactive dashboards and visualizations
using tools such as
Power BI, Tableau, and Grafana , translating complex findings into actionable insights for senior decision-makers Build and optimize
Python-based data pipelines
leveraging libraries such as
pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, matplotlib, seaborn, and Plotly . Work with diverse data formats (CSV, JSON, XML, Excel, etc.) and integrate across relational (Postgres, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Accumulo) databases Apply advanced
data mining, statistical modeling, graph algorithms, and machine learning
to extract insights from large structured and unstructured datasets Mentor junior data scientists and analysts, fostering best practices in statistical rigor, code quality, and reproducibility Required skills/experience areas include: Python expertise
(primary language) with demonstrated use of
data science and machine learning libraries
(e.g., scikit-learn, pandas, NumPy, SciPy, PyTorch or TensorFlow) Strong skills in
data visualization and BI tools : Power BI, Tableau, Grafana, or equivalent Proficiency in
SQL
and experience with
NoSQL databases Solid foundation in
probability, statistics, and applied machine learning
techniques Experience with
data pipelines, APIs, and distributed systems
in a production environment Familiarity with
cloud-native and containerized environments
(e.g., Kubernetes) and associated observability stacks Hands-on experience with configuration management and version control tools (e.g., Git, GitLab/GitHub, Atlassian suite) Active Top Secret DoD Clearance Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skillsable to brief senior leadership and mission partners Strong organizational skills with the ability to
prioritize and manage multiple projects Collaborative mindset with demonstrated ability to
lead technical discussions
and mentor peers Customer-focused, adaptable, and effective in interfacing with both corporate and government stakeholders Exceptional technical writing skills for producing plans, reports, and documentation Preferred skills/experience areas include: Direct experience with
DoD or Intelligence Community data , including but not limited to
SIGINT, GEOINT, MASINT, or Multi-INT fusion Understanding of mission needs in defense, national security, or intelligence analysis Active TS/SCI DoD clearance highly preferred Your working location will be in Oahu, HI. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Master's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $86,300.00 - $129,500.00. The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines #J-18808-Ljbffr