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Golden State

Data Scientist

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$165K/yr

  • Medical

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  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is full-time remote position. Key Responsibilities * Develop, deploy and monitor predictive ... Maintain a pulse on the current state of data science and basketball analytics * Other duties as ...

kgs

Data Scientist (Remote)

Nashville, TN · Remote

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience working in a fully remote data science role within a government contracting environment. Required Skills and Competencies: * Exceptional communication skills in English - both written and ...

Koniag, Inc.

Data Scientist (Remote)

Nashville, TN · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience working in a fully remote data science role within a government contracting environment. Required Skills and Competencies: * Exceptional communication skills in English - both written and ...

kgs

Data Scientist (Remote)

Nashville, TN · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience working in a fully remote data science role within a government contracting environment. Required Skills and Competencies: * Exceptional communication skills in English - both written and ...

Adidev Technologies Inc

DATA SCIENTIST

Austin, TX · Remote

As a Data Scientist/Data Science Specialist for Adidev Technologies Inc., you will be enhancing and ... Remote Support * Guaranteed Regular Salary Reviews * Job Type: W2 or Contract 1099 (full-time - 40 ...

Elder Research

Data Scientist (Remote)

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

  • PTO

Data Scientist Workplace: Washington DC Metro Area - Remote (candidates MUST BE located in the National Capital Region - DMV) Clearance Required: a TS or CBP BI or DHS Suitability clearance ...

Elder Research

Data Scientist (Remote)

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

  • PTO

Data Scientist Workplace: Washington DC Metro Area - Remote (candidates MUST BE located in the National Capital Region - DMV) Clearance Required: a TS or CBP BI or DHS Suitability clearance ...

AIS (Applied Information Sciences)

Data Scientist

Miami, FL · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • PTO

This is a full-time position. AIS benefits package includes health and dental insurance, vacation ... Remote * Must be willing to relocate if needed. Contact: If you would like to apply for this ...

Lorven Technologies

Data Scientist

Data Scientist Location : Remote Duration: Long term * Bachelor's degree or Master's Degree in Computer science, or a related field, with minimum 10+ Years of relevant experience. * Must be ...

GD Resources LLC

Data Scientist - Remote Role

Remote Position Summary The Senior Data Scientist provides advanced analytical expertise supporting the SBA OIG Technology Solutions Division through the design, development, deployment, and ...

West 4th Strategy

Data Scientist (Remote)

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$135K - $150K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Data Scientist ROLE We need an experienced Data Scientist at the Office of the Under Secretary of ... This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits ...

SAIC

Data Scientist

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

$200K - $240K/yr

Modeling/Sim Engr Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: No Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI ... None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description  SAIC is hiring a Data Scientist to ...

SOSi

Data Scientist

OR · On-site +1

... Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) hours, compute costs, storage consumption, and infrastructure ... Full remote flexibility. Working at SOSi All interested individuals will receive consideration and ...

Premise Health

Data Science Analyst - Remote

Brentwood, TN · On-site +1

$75K - $87K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a Full Time, remote, Data Science Analyst role. What You'll Do Data Analysis & Manipulation: * Perform exploratory data analysis to identify patterns and opportunities in healthcare data

West 4th Strategy

Data Scientist (Remote)

Washington, DC · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Data Scientist ROLE We need an experienced Data Scientist at the Office of the Under Secretary of ... This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits ...

Great Gray

Data Scientist

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The data scientist we seek comes with strong experience in Python and its data science ecosystem ... Please note that remote employment in this role is restricted to candidates residing in states ...

Knexus

Data Scientist (Remote)

Position Overview We're looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join our team at Knexus. This is a fully remote position for candidates in the continental U.S., with work hours aligned to the ...

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Industry UsageUsed across tech, finance, healthcare, and e-commerce industriesCommon in retail, marketing, finance, and healthcare sectors

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Data Scientist

Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization

Boston, MA • On-site, Remote

$74K - $88K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Salary: $74,000.00 - $88,000.00 Annually
Location : 10 Park Plaza Suite 2150 Boston, MA
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 00124
Department: Travel Model Development
Opening Date: 07/15/2026
Description
The Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) seeks a Data Scientist-Model Developer to research, design, implement, adapt, and maintain models of travel behavior and transportation systems in various platforms.
The Data Scientist-Model Developer will join a team at the forefront of advancing the state of the practice in transportation modeling, designing, building, and maintaining critical tools that support transportation planning across the Boston Region and Massachusetts. In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply innovative modeling techniques, including exploratory modeling, to address complex transportation challenges and inform key decisions. If you are driven to produce quality work, passionate about the power of models, and committed to ensuring stakeholders understand and utilize these tools effectively, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
  • Develop, update, and refine model input data in spatial data formats.
  • Contribute as a key team member on the development and maintenance of custom software applications to support transportation modeling.
  • Perform research and participate in the development of modeling features related to emerging transportation technologies, transformative modes, and shared mobilities.
  • Ensure that transportation modeling tools and analytical capabilities are credible and effective for policy analysis; participate in quality assurance and quality control processes.
  • Work collaboratively to advance the state of the practice for transportation tools at the agency.
  • Work from functional specifications and requirements produced by transportation modelers and translate those into efficient, flexible scripts with error handling, testability, and user-centered features.

Qualifications
While the following sections describe required and desirable qualifications, candidates who believe that their particular experience and skills fulfill the requirements are encouraged to apply.
Required
  • A desire to help build an equitable, sustainable, and resilient transportation system for the Boston region
  • Advanced degree in transportation modeling, computer science, data analytics, data science, statistics, mathematics, engineering or related field, and 1-3 years of experience using the required skills or comparable skills
  • Excellent ability to think logically and algorithmically in clear, cogent software design and well-documented code using Python, GitHub, and is familiar with AI supported programming approaches.
  • Experience conducting statistical analysis of datasets, extracting useful information, and fitting mathematical models to describe the data to be programmed into a larger process
  • Experience using data management, procedure development, and data visualization in either R or Python (preferably both)
  • Effective work prioritization, time management, and collaboration skills
  • Facility with version-control software like GitHub and methods
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

Preferred
  • A passion to learn new analytical skills and share knowledge with the team
  • Experience using travel demand modeling software, such as TransCAD, to support large, complex model development and applications projects
  • Strong understanding of econometric and demand models, use and purpose of market segmentation, and interpreting model estimators in the context of behavioral theory
  • Experience building and maintaining code environments for development and production

Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time position and the starting salary range is $74,000 - $88,000 annually, contingent upon qualifications and experience. The agency offers excellent Massachusetts state employee benefits; a flexible, supportive work environment; and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
The Boston Region MPO reserves the right to fill more than one position through this recruitment should organizational needs and available resources support doing so.
Additional Information
The Boston Region MPO is a public agency made up of a passionate group of transportation planners, analysts, modelers, programmers, and engineers working to address the Boston region's transportation challenges. The agency's deep transportation knowledge is an essential asset to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), regional transit authorities, cities and towns within the region, as well as other agencies and stakeholders.
The agency has a hybrid schedule, combining time in the office with remote work. Employees must reside within a commutable distance from the Boston Region MPO office, which is located in downtown Boston, in a transit-oriented and bicycle-friendly area.
Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States.
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) is the fiduciary agent and legal employer of the Boston Region MPO staff. Both organizations are Equal Employment Opportunity employers that take pride in the diversity of their workforces and encourage all qualified persons to apply. MAPC participates in the E-Verify system to confirm employment eligibility. MAPC and the Boston Region MPO may consider sponsorship on a case-by-case basis.
How to Apply
This position is open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. First consideration will be given to those applicants who apply within the first 21 days. When applying for this position, please upload both a resume and cover letter via bostonmpo.org/careers. The cover letter should express why applicants want to work in public service or transportation planning. Candidates selected to interview will be asked to submit three references plus a sample of relevant writing or a work product.
The information below is a general overview of the benefit programs offered by Boston Region MPO. The benefits package is subject to change.
  • 75% employer paid medical insurance premium
  • Low cost basic and optional life insurance
  • Retirement Savings plans: Defined Benefit Pension plan through Mass. State Employees Retirement Board System (MSERB) and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
  • Reasonable dental and vision plans
  • Paid vacation time starting at 15 days per year (based on hire date)
  • Paid sick time - 15 days per year
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Up to 5 paid discretionary days per year (pro rated based on start date)
  • Up to 40 paid days for FMLA qualifying events, including parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
  • Transit commuter subsidy up to $225
  • Discounted Blue Bikes membership
  • Tuition assistance
  • Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
  • Professional development
  • Professional membership dues assistance
  • Short-term Disability coverage
  • Optional Long-Term Disability coverage
  • Mass4You Wellness Programs and Employee Assistance Program

Boston Region MPO/MAPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employer
Boston Region MPO
Address
10 Park Plaza Suite 2150 Boston, Massachusetts, 02116

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