Assoc Data Scientist

Federal Express Corporation; Tennessee; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Tennessee seeks a data-driven analyst to assist in analyzing data from multiple databases to drive product development and business strategies.

You will shadow data scientists, help develop analytical models and dashboards, ensure data quality, and communicate insights to stakeholders to support data-informed decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, applied mathematics, data analytics, statistics, industrial engineering, or related quantitative field.
• 1 year of experience in data mining, developing/implementing statistical models, machine learning models, or visualization.
• Advanced knowledge of statistics and modeling techniques.
• Knowledge of programming languages and data visualization techniques.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with analyzing and interpreting data to identify trends, insights, and data-driven solutions.
• Shadow and assist in developing analytical models and dashboards for monitoring performance.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of data, including reconciliation from disparate sources.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and other teams to inform business decisions.
• Assist data scientists to translate business questions into data solutions and monitor outcomes.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data analysis

Python

SQL

Data visualization

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science or related field

Tools

Power BI

GitHub Copilot / VS Code

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.

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)