Data Scientist
Normal, Illinois
Employer: Illinois State University
Industry: Staff
Salary: $65000 - $80000 per year
Job type: Full-Time, Part-Time
Job no: 518769
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Enterprise Data and Analytics
Job Summary
The Data Scientist will be assigned statistical analysis and predictive modeling projects. This includes technical documentation related to new solutions and the ongoing maintenance of existing ones.
The Data Scientist will be assigned responsibilities for developing, maintaining, and enhancing statistical and machine learning and optimization algorithms to create tools that support strategic decision making for the University.
The Data Scientist will also be responsible for contributing to and upholding departmental standards for data extraction/transformation as well as methodologies and techniques of statistical analysis/modeling.
The individual(s) in this role work as a member of the Technology Solutions-EDA team as well as university staff in support of business intelligence to support and promote data usage within the University community.
Additional Information
Position Highlights:
University Benefit Highlights:
The department goals laid out in Tech Solutions' Strategic Plan are informed by and directly support Educate, Connect, Elevate: Illinois State University's Strategic Plan. By building a strong team of professionals, these goals will be reached and the campus experience will improve for everyone.
Enterprise Data and Analytics or EDA provides a strong business intelligence environment that helps the University make informed and strategic decisions. This groups manages the Institutional Data Warehouse and provides data access and training.
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
$65,000 - $80,000 annual
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in IT, Data Analytics, Economics, Mathematics, or other closely related field. At least one year (12 months) of work experience with/in the following:
a. Scientific and computing packages such as R, Python, or Stata
b. SQL query language to extract data for use in predictive models
c. Using Regression or related statistical models to create predictive analytics models
Work Hours
Core Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday; occasional weekend and evening hours as business needs dictate
Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
Remain at a workstation for extended periods. Distinguish colors on a monitor. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
Proposed Starting Date
June 2024
Required Applicant Documents
Resume
Reference List
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Optional Applicant Documents
Transcripts - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional options
Certification of Retirement Annuity
Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Special Instructions for Applicants
Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.
College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.
To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.
Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:
Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Kira Shelton
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300
The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.
Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver's license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
Contact Information for Applicants
Kira Shelton
Human Resources
kgshelt@ilstu.edu
(309) 438-2120
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383 . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311 .
Application Opened: 05/10/2024 08:15 AM CST
Application Closes: 05/12/2024 11:55 PM CST
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Enterprise Data and Analytics
Job Summary
The Data Scientist will be assigned statistical analysis and predictive modeling projects. This includes technical documentation related to new solutions and the ongoing maintenance of existing ones.
The Data Scientist will be assigned responsibilities for developing, maintaining, and enhancing statistical and machine learning and optimization algorithms to create tools that support strategic decision making for the University.
The Data Scientist will also be responsible for contributing to and upholding departmental standards for data extraction/transformation as well as methodologies and techniques of statistical analysis/modeling.
The individual(s) in this role work as a member of the Technology Solutions-EDA team as well as university staff in support of business intelligence to support and promote data usage within the University community.
Additional Information
Position Highlights:
- There is the potential for 100% remote work or a hybrid arrangement in this position, residency within the State of Illinois required. Eligibility is based upon employee performance, appropriate remote working environment, and business needs.
University Benefit Highlights:
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Tuition waiver benefits are available to staff as well as their eligible dependents.
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Retirement and supplemental retirement
- For more University Benefit information: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
- Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/insurance/
The department goals laid out in Tech Solutions' Strategic Plan are informed by and directly support Educate, Connect, Elevate: Illinois State University's Strategic Plan. By building a strong team of professionals, these goals will be reached and the campus experience will improve for everyone.
Enterprise Data and Analytics or EDA provides a strong business intelligence environment that helps the University make informed and strategic decisions. This groups manages the Institutional Data Warehouse and provides data access and training.
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
$65,000 - $80,000 annual
Required Qualifications
a. Scientific and computing packages such as R, Python, or Stata
b. SQL query language to extract data for use in predictive models
c. Using Regression or related statistical models to create predictive analytics models
Work Hours
Core Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday; occasional weekend and evening hours as business needs dictate
Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
Proposed Starting Date
June 2024
Required Applicant Documents
Resume
Reference List
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Optional Applicant Documents
Transcripts - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional options
Certification of Retirement Annuity
Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Special Instructions for Applicants
Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.
College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.
To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.
Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:
Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Kira Shelton
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300
The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.
Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver's license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
Contact Information for Applicants
Kira Shelton
Human Resources
kgshelt@ilstu.edu
(309) 438-2120
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383 . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311 .
Application Opened: 05/10/2024 08:15 AM CST
Application Closes: 05/12/2024 11:55 PM CST
Created: 2024-05-11
Reference: 518769
Country: United States
State: Illinois
City: Normal
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