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The Associate Data Taxonomist at Lightcast develops and maintains standardized taxonomies for labor market data to ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy across the organization. This role ...

Associate Data Taxonomist - 1056

Moscow, ID · On-site

$51K - $51K/yr

The Associate Data Taxonomist at Lightcast develops and maintains standardized taxonomies for labor market data to ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy across the organization. This role ...

Associate Data Taxonomist - 1056

Moscow, ID · On-site

$51K - $51K/yr

The Associate Data Taxonomist at Lightcast develops and maintains standardized taxonomies for labor market data to ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy across the organization. This role ...

Under limited supervision, perform operational field studies, surveillance, data collection and species identification. Conduct arboviral disease trapping, testing and reporting. Conduct insecticide ...

This role will own the governance, taxonomy, documentation, and operational processes that underpin how our data is defined, managed, and consumed across the organization. As our data ecosystem ...

Data Architect

Clark, NJ · On-site

$66 - $84.75/hr

Data modeling, physical source data models, data profiling reports, data quality control, data definitions, data taxonomy, data metrics, meta-data, data cleansing services Activities: data modeling ...

Data Architect

Clark, NJ · On-site

$66 - $84.75/hr

Data modeling, physical source data models, data profiling reports, data quality control, data definitions, data taxonomy, data metrics, meta-data, data cleansing services Activities: data modeling ...

Data Science Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$77K - $108K/yr

Assists with Data taxonomy development and maintain our taxonomy for legal data (e.g., taxonomy clean up, SALI Taxonomy implementation). * Collaborates with firm leadership to identify strategic ...

Data Science Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$77K - $108K/yr

Assists with Data taxonomy development and maintain our taxonomy for legal data (e.g., taxonomy clean up, SALI Taxonomy implementation). * Collaborates with firm leadership to identify strategic ...

This role will own the governance, taxonomy, documentation, and operational processes that underpin how our data is defined, managed, and consumed across the organization. As our data ecosystem ...

Data architecture, data workflow logical models, physical source data models, data profiling reports, data quality control and data audits, data definitions, data taxonomy, data metrics, meta-data ...

Partnering with Chief Data Office (CDO) to support data governance programs for data modelling, process mapping, and data taxonomy for various RES functions. * Create/modify Relationship Manager ...

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What are some typical projects or daily tasks a Data Taxonomist works on?

Data Taxonomists often spend their days analyzing large datasets, designing and maintaining taxonomies and controlled vocabularies, and collaborating with data engineers and subject matter experts to ensure proper classification and tagging of information. They may be responsible for auditing existing taxonomies, mapping data across disparate systems, and implementing metadata standards to improve searchability and usability. The role frequently involves meetings with business stakeholders to understand data needs and translating those requirements into actionable taxonomy structures. Due to this bridge function between technical and business teams, Data Taxonomists play a key part in enhancing data governance and the overall discoverability of information within an organization.

What is a Data Taxonomist job?

A Data Taxonomist is responsible for organizing, classifying, and structuring data to enhance searchability, consistency, and usability. They develop taxonomies, metadata schemas, and classification systems to ensure data is categorized logically across an organization. This role often involves working with data governance teams, data scientists, and content managers to improve data quality and retrieval. Data Taxonomists play a key role in ensuring that information is accessible, well-structured, and aligned with business needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Data Taxonomist position, and why are they important?

A successful Data Taxonomist possesses strong analytical skills, domain knowledge in information science, and experience with data modeling and taxonomy development, often supported by a degree in library science, information management, or a related field. Familiarity with metadata standards, ontologies, taxonomy management tools (such as PoolParty or TopBraid), and sometimes certifications like DAMA or relevant data governance coursework is valuable. Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong collaboration and communication skills help Data Taxonomists work effectively with cross-functional teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring that data assets are accurately classified, easily searchable, and consistently organized across complex digital environments.

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Associate Data Taxonomist - 1056

Associate Data Taxonomist - 1056

Lightcast

Moscow, ID

$51K - $51K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

The Associate Data Taxonomist at Lightcast develops and maintains standardized taxonomies for labor market data to ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy across the organization. This role analyzes labor market data, creates standardized classifications, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and supports data governance initiatives that enhance labor market intelligence.

Major Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain taxonomies for labor market data, including job titles, skills, education requirements, and industry classifications.

  • Analyze labor market data to identify patterns and establish standardized terms and classifications.

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure taxonomies align with business needs and are integrated into data models and databases.

  • Implement and maintain data governance processes to ensure data quality, consistency, and accuracy.

  • Support labor market data integration and migration projects while maintaining taxonomy integrity.

  • Organize and analyze large, unstructured datasets.

  • Monitor industry trends and best practices related to labor market taxonomies, ontologies, and data governance.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Library Science, or a related field.

  • 1+ years of experience in labor market data management, analytics, taxonomy development, or a related field.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.

  • Experience working with large, unstructured datasets.

  • Familiarity with data modeling and database design principles.

  • Experience with SQL, Elasticsearch, KQL, SPARQL, or similar data query languages is preferred.

  • Experience with Python or R and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Looker, or Kibana is a plus.

  • Knowledge of labor market taxonomies and ontologies (e.g., NAICS, CIP, ESCO, O*NET-SOC) is preferred.

  • Familiarity with NLP or machine learning concepts is a plus.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

 

Lightcast is a global leader in labor market insights with our headquarters located in Moscow, ID (US) and other offices in the United Kingdom, Europe, and India.  We work with partners across six continents to help drive economic prosperity and mobility by providing the insights needed to build and develop our people, our institutions and companies, and our communities.

Lightcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of federally protected statuses. Lightcast has always been, and always will be, committed to diversity of thought and unique perspectives. We seek dynamic professionals from all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.