Data Scientist — Health Systems Research & Analytics

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a skilled researcher to lead complex organizational and data-science studies. You will design data collection, manage large datasets, and develop dashboards and interactive reports using R and R Markdown for VA leaders and program offices.

The role requires advanced statistical and ML methods, with frequent collaboration across teams and mentorship of junior staff. Eligible candidates must meet specific federal qualification standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, or a related field at the baccalaureate level.
• Transcripts required to verify education.
• Specialized experience in organizational, health-science, and data-science research.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex organizational and data-science research using advanced methods to evaluate workplace dynamics and program performance.
• Design and implement data acquisition, management, and reporting processes for large datasets.
• Use R and R Markdown to create automated workflows, dashboards, and visualizations for VA leaders.
• Provide expert consultation on research design, survey development, and program evaluation.
• Apply ML, NLP, and emerging technologies to develop data-driven organizational solutions and recommendations.
• Advise senior leadership, mentor junior staff, and present findings to stakeholders at multiple levels.

Skills

Advanced R and data analysis

Machine learning methods

Statistical modeling

Data visualization

Research design

Education

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

Tools

R

R Markdown

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a skilled researcher to lead complex organizational and data-science studies. You will design data collection, manage large datasets, and develop dashboards and interactive reports using R and R Markdown for VA leaders and program offices.

The role requires advanced statistical and ML methods, with frequent collaboration across teams and mentorship of junior staff. Eligible candidates must meet specific federal qualification standards.