Assoc Data Scientist

FedEx; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation seeks a data analyst to actively learn and assist in analyzing data from various databases to drive optimization of product development and business strategies.

You will assist in developing analytical models and dashboards, ensure data quality, and collaborate with stakeholders to derive insights that inform business decisions. A Bachelor's degree and 1 year of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data science or related field.
• 1 year experience in data mining, statistical modeling, ML models or data visualization.
• Experience with R, Python, SQL, SAS is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing and interpreting data to identify trends and insights for business problems.
• Shadow and assist in developing analytical models and dashboards for monitoring model performance.
• Ensure data accuracy and quality, reconciling data from disparate sources.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and other teams to answer business questions.
• Assist data scientists in understanding business questions and opportunities to leverage data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Statistics modeling

Data visualization

Programming languages

R

Python

SQL

SAS

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, applied mathematics, data analytics, statistics, industrial engineering, or related quantitative field

Tools

Power BI

VS Code

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Actively learns and assists in analyzing data from various databases to drive optimization and improvement of product development and business strategies.

Essential Functions

• Assists with analyzing and interpreting data to identify trends, insights, and logical data driven solutions for business problems.
• Shadows and assists in developing analytical models and algorithms which apply data to identify business improvement insights and inform the development of processes and tools (e.g. dashboards, other visualizations) for monitoring, analyzing, and evaluating analytical model performance.
• Assist in ensuring accuracy and quality of data, including reconciliation from disparate sources.
• Actively shadows other data scientists in collaborating with stakeholders, customers, and other functional teams.
• Assists data scientist to understand business questions, identify opportunities to leverage data to drive business solutions, implement models, and monitor outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, applied mathematics, data analytics, statistics, industrial engineering, or related quantitative field.

Minimum Experience

One (1) year experience in data mining, developing/implementing statistical models, machine learning models, algorithms, or visualizing data. Experience with statistical programming languages such as R, Python, SQL, and SAS required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Advanced knowledge of statistics and modeling techniques.

Knowledge of current programming languages. Knowledge of current and emerging data visualization techniques.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Strong problem-solving skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to assist on multiple projects and work as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Python Programming, SQL Database Querying, Machine Learning & GenAI Integration (VS Code with GitHub Copilot), and Data Storytelling & Visualization (Power BI) are preferred skills.

Pay Transparency:

Pay:

Posting will close October 14, 2026, at 5PM CST.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only).

• E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
• Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)