What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry-Level Data Scientist position at Jobright.ai?
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Job Summary:
R.W. Mercer Co. is seeking an enthusiastic and perceptive Entry-Level Data Scientist to join their vibrant team. The role involves interpreting data to assist in transforming raw data into meaningful insights that inform company strategy and streamline operations while working under senior data scientists.
Responsibilities:
• Help with gathering, sanitizing, and preparing data from several sources.
• Utilize statistical methods to analyze data and spot patterns or trends.
• Work together as a team to plan experiments and create data-driven solutions.
• Create informative reports and visualizations to share findings with stakeholders.
• Encourage the creation and improvement of algorithms and predictive models.
• Engage in cross-functional initiatives to use data analytics to solve business problems.
Qualifications:
Required:
• A bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, or a similar discipline.
• Expertise in programming languages like R or Python.
• Knowledge of SQL and other data processing tools.
• A fundamental comprehension of data modeling and statistical analysis methods.
• Understanding of data visualization programs like Power BI or Tableau.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulousness.
• Strong communication abilities to explain intricate data discoveries.
• The capacity to cooperate in a group setting.
Preferred:
• Academic or internship experience working on data analysis projects.
• Exposure to machine learning concepts and libraries.
Company:
R.W. Founded in 1976, the company is headquartered in Jackson, Michigan, US, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.
