Research Data Analyst

Montgomery County Maryland; Kansas; On-site; USD 29,276 - 41,697; Full time

Job summary

This on-site role will support research activities in power systems, assist with software development, simulation setup, data processing, code testing, benchmarking, and documentation under supervision.

You will contribute to AI applications for power systems through data analytics, LLM development, data engineering, and software prototyping, gaining hands-on experience applying AI technologies to energy research tools.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience. Education beyond the minimum degree requirement may count toward required experience if deemed relevant by the hiring manager.

Responsibilities

• This role will support research activities in power systems and assist with software development.
• Tasks include simulation setup, data processing, code testing, benchmarking, and documentation.
• Provide contributions to AI applications for power systems through data analytics and prototype development.

Skills

Python

SQL

Pandas

Power BI

Tableau

Git

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in MIS/CS/Data Science/IT or related field

Job description

About This Role

This position will support research activities in power systems. It will assist with software development, simulation setup, data processing, code testing, benchmarking, documentation, and preparation of research deliverables under supervision. Support research projects in artificial intelligence applications for power systems through data analytics, large language model (LLM) development, data engineering, and software prototyping. The position provides hands‑on experience in applying AI technologies to energy systems research while supporting the development of research tools and workflows.

Worksite Description

This position is On‑site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K‑State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience. Education beyond the minimum degree requirement may count toward required experience if deemed relevant by the hiring manager. The degree requirement ensures candidates possess the quantitative expertise, statistical methodologies and technical proficiency necessary to manage complex datasets, perform advanced analyses and generate insights that inform organizational strategies and external reporting. These competencies are typically developed and rigorously validated only through the comprehensive curriculum and intensive experiential experience inherent in a formal degree program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with Python programming.
• Experience with SQL and data analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with large language models (LLMs) or generative AI tools.
• Experience with Pandas, Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools.
• Experience with Git or collaborative software development.
• Interest in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, or power systems.
• Experience developing AI‑assisted applications or workflow automation.

Additional Role Information

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$25.76 per hour