Entry-Level Data Scientist - Mission-Focused Analytics

MITRE; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE is seeking an Associate Data Scientist to turn DOJ sponsor data into meaningful insights and actionable recommendations that advance the sponsor’s mission.

Working under the guidance of senior technical staff, you will use hands-on coding and data analysis to investigate questions, prepare reproducible analyses, and develop visualizations and models to support decisions. This role requires on-site presence three days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Foundational experience using Python for data analysis (coursework, projects, internships, research, or personal projects).
• Familiarity with SQL and relational databases.
• Understanding of basic statistical concepts and methods for exploring data.
• Ability to communicate analytical findings clearly through writing, visualizations, and presentations.
• Ability to obtain accounts on sponsor networks and meet hybrid on-site requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work with senior technical staff and project leadership to translate sponsor needs into analytical tasks.
• Use Python, SQL, and related tools to access, clean, combine, and analyze large datasets.
• Explore data to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities to improve sponsor capabilities.
• Apply statistical methods and develop analytical models to support recommendations with evidence.
• Create visualizations and dashboards using Power BI to present findings.
• Prepare reports and presentations that explain evidence behind recommendations.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data analysis

Communication

Documentation

Team work

Visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree (Data Science / CS / Statistics / Math / Engineering)

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Git

Job description

MITRE is seeking an Associate Data Scientist to turn DOJ sponsor data into meaningful insights and actionable recommendations that advance the sponsor’s mission.

Working under the guidance of senior technical staff, you will use hands-on coding and data analysis to investigate questions, prepare reproducible analyses, and develop visualizations and models to support decisions. This role requires on-site presence three days per week.