Senior Data Scientist

Summary This position is located within the Office of Planning, Analysis, and Risk Management (OPARM). OPARM is the FSIS centralized analytics group and tasked with integrating and analyzing relational data. The program also provides data visualization and analytics services to support FSIS decision‑making, policy development, risk management, and strategic planning.

Duties This role requires using Python or R in support of data analytics projects, developing and executing approaches for analyzing, interpreting, visualizing, and verifying complex data and analyses. It also involves leading projects by establishing objectives, assigning responsibilities, reviewing deliverables, and offering expert guidance on analytical programming, statistical techniques, and data visualization strategies. Additionally, the role requires developing oral and written presentations that communicate complex and technical analyses to inform, influence, and persuade a variety of audiences.

Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. For the GS‑14 grade level:
Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS‑13 grade level) that demonstrates proficiency in using Python or R, developing and executing data analytics projects, leading projects, and developing oral and written presentations. Experience includes paid and unpaid work, including volunteer work through National Service programs and other organizations. The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the public health regulatory agency responsible for ensuring the safety of meat, poultry and processed eggs.

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