Data Scientist

USPTO; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option (situational)

On-site Alexandria, VA campus

Job summary

USPTO in Alexandria, VA seeks a data scientist to provide analytics and expert guidance for IT systems, including cloud-based and SI-enabled programs. The role emphasizes data-driven decision-making, process improvement, and strategic advisory support for leadership.

Applicants must meet OPM standards with a mathematics/statistics/computer science/data science background and at least one year of specialized experience at GS-13 level. Some telework may be possible as per agency policy.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or related field (baccalaureate).
• One full year of specialized experience at GS-13 level.
• Experience with statistical/matalhematical analyses supporting IT needs; reports for leadership; data visualization and programming.

Responsibilities

• Perform statistical and mathematical analyses to support IT needs of the business unit.
• Collect, integrate, and analyze large structured/unstructured data from internal/external sources to propose operational improvements.
• Prepare reports using machine learning, programming, and data visualization for senior leadership.
• Develop tools and algorithms to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, identify gaps, troubleshoot data issues, and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with teams to translate requirements into data solutions and evaluate IT tools and systems.

Skills

Statistical analyses

Data collection

Machine learning

Data visualization

Algorithm development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Statistics/CS/Data Science

Combination of education and experience (30 semester hours)

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Take your career to the next level with the USPTO's Office of Information Technology for Patents, Office of Patent Automation. This position provides scientific expertise and data-driven analysis to support the business metrics, strategic planning, and organizational decision-making. The incumbent assesses and helps implement automated systems, tools, products, and processes that support next-generation technology and improve cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity within the USPTO.

Telework

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per calendar year.

This role is the ideal next career step for you if:

The individual selected for this position will...

• Develop and implement tools, procedures, and systems to assess and collect data on the effectiveness of program management processes, workload execution, and organizational requirements, including cloud-based and superintelligence (SI)-enabled programs and systems.
• Identify workflow deficiencies, operational risks, and automation challenges; evaluate their impact on identified information technology (IT) systems; and recommend improvements to enhance process efficiency, reliability, and performance.
• Analyze and evaluate IT systems, product-line operations and resource utilization using quantitative and qualitative methods to determine their effectiveness in achieving established goals, objectives, and performance requirements.
• Design and improve procedures and operational processes to enhance performance, reduce costs, and support efficient, productive operations while addressing applicable legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze strategic and operational plans to assess their impact on existing processes and determine the feasibility, risks, resource requirements, and potential benefits of modifications needed to support mission requirements, organizational goals, and strategic business initiatives.
• Provide expert advisory support to leadership on systemic performance challenges, process-improvement opportunities, and strategic approaches for improving business operations and organizational outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business and operational requirements into data solutions that improve processes, enhance products and services, and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of IT tools and systems.

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Qualifications

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. OPM Qualifications Standards are available at Data Scientist Series 1560.

Applicants must meet the basic occupational qualifications requirements for this position as follows:

Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of

study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position.

OR

Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in paragraph A above,

plus additional education or appropriate experience.

In addition to meeting the basic occupational requirements stated above. Specialized Experienceis experience that has equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, you must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to GS-13 in the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position includes:

• Performing a variety of duties involving statistical and mathematical analyses in support of the information technology (IT) needs of the business unit; AND
• Collecting, integrating, and analyzing large structured and unstructured data from various internal and external sources, such as automated systems and tools, internal IT systems, and public databases to propose operational improvements; AND
• Preparing reports using machine learning, programming, and data visualization skills to present organization findings to senior leadership and executives; AND
• Developing innovative tools and algorithms to streamline workflows, improve efficiencies, identify shortfalls and gaps, troubleshoot data issues, and propose ways to mitigate program risk.

Education

Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level.

Conditions of employment

Applications will only be accepted from United States Citizens and Nationals and your resume and question responses must demonstrate the job-related competencies. If selected, you will be required to pass a background investigation.

The full list of conditions and qualifications can be found on the USAJOBS posting.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.