Research Scientist, Spatial Statistics

Exciting opportunity at Oak Ridge National Laboratory! Our Spatial Statistics Group is looking for a Research Scientist to join us in Oak Ridge, TN.

As part of our team, you will:
– Develop and apply advanced statistical and machine-learning methods for real-world spatio-temporal challenges.
– Construct scalable, HPC-enabled workflows covering dynamic population estimation, infrastructure resilience, and transportation analytics.
– Engage with a diverse team of statisticians, data scientists, and domain experts.
– Contribute through publications, conference presentations, and mentoring of junior colleagues.

We are looking for a candidate with:
– A Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Statistics, Applied Math, Computer Science, or related fields.
– Practical knowledge of spatial/spatio-temporal data and probabilistic modeling (e.g., Bayesian or non-parametric techniques).
– Proficiency in programming languages like Python, R, or similar, and familiarity with high-performance computing.
– A drive to simplify complex methodologies into actionable insights.

If you are passionate about exploration, enjoy solving intricate data challenges, and aspire to address national-scale issues, we invite you to apply.

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