Junior Data Visualization Jobs in Springfield, VA

Westat is a leader in research, data collection and analysis, technical assistance, evaluation, and communications. Our evidence-based findings help clients in government and the private sector accelerate advancements in health, education, transportation, and social and economic policy. Our dedication to improving lives through research and our approach to projects grounded in investigative curiosity, statistical and data rigor, adaptive methods, and advanced technology are why clients find exceptional value in our work.
Job summary:
Westat is seeking a Lead Data Visualization Analyst to join our Statistics and Data Science Center. The position involves the design, development, and delivery of interactive data visualizations, analyses, and reporting solutions using Tableau or Power BI, and data manipulation using R, Python, and SQL with minimal oversight and supervision.
As part of the interview process, candidates will be asked to provide a portfolio sample showcasing their data visualization experience.
This is a full-time hybrid work position working from our Bethesda, Maryland office 2 days per week.
Job Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and deliver interactive data visualizations, dashboards, and automated reporting solutions using open-source libraries in R and Python and proprietary software such as Tableau and Power BI.
• Work independently with minimal oversight to conduct data manipulation, analysis, research, and develop visualizations.
• Translate research questions and client requirements into analytical approaches, dashboards, and actionable insights.
• Provide guidance, review, and technical feedback to team members on data analyses and visualizations, ensuring compliance with accessibility requirements, UI/UX standards, and effective data visualization principles.
• Develop and maintain documentation for dashboards, methodologies, and data sources.
• Develop and maintain code documentation using Git, implement coding standards, and apply best practices.
• Communicate findings through high-quality written and oral products, including reports, presentations, abstracts, and other client deliverables.
• Present to internal and external clients, engaging in direct client interaction to clarify requirements and communicate insights.
• Contribute technical sections to proposals and other business development materials as needed.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship, and quality oversight to junior staff.
• Serve as a team and task lead across complex projects, overseeing design, analysis, and implementation.
• Contribute to business development activities.

Basic Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in data visualization, information design, graphical design, data science, applied social science, computer science, statistics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in data analysis, data visualization, or business intelligence.
• Demonstrated independence in developing analyses and visualizations using Tableau or Power BI, R, Python, and SQL.
• Demonstrated design skills with knowledge of UI/UX best practices and the ability to create clear, actionable visual insights.
• Proven experience using Git as version control system.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree preferred.
• Tableau Desktop Foundations certification or willingness to obtain certification for Tableau or Power BI.
• Experience working in a professional services research environment.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging technologies.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and experience in developing actionable insights from complex data.
• Interest in learning data science and artificial intelligence (AI) methods (e.g., natural language processing and machine learning methods, and large language models).
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills for presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, including time management, and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and work both independently and in a team environment.

Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation Leave  (15 days per year)
• Sick Leave  (9 days per year)
• Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• Professional Development
• Health Advocate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account

Any offer of employment may be contingent upon receipt of acceptable results from a post-offer background screening, if required for the specific position, which may include, for example, identity verification, employment history, motor vehicle driving record history, and criminal or sexual offender records history. Any background screening results will be evaluated through an individualized assessment based on the individual's specific record and the duties and requirements of the position.

This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Employment Eligibility: This is a U.S.-based position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Westat does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) for this role. Depending on project requirements, some positions may require employees to meet specific residency criteria.

Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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