Research Staff Scientist (Remote Eligible)

$151,880 - $151,880/Yr

Oak Ridge National Laboratory - Oak Ridge, TN

Part-time - Senior

Onsite - Oak Ridge, TN

5,001-10,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Research Staff Scientist position at ORNL focuses on applying statistics and advanced data analysis tools to address environmental and ecological challenges. This role is part of the Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health Group within the Environmental Sciences Division, where the scientist will manage and analyze environmental data, particularly related to microbial ecology and data management.

Responsibilities

• Process new TVA data and conduct data completeness and consistency checks.
• Build a master sample table and construct data dictionaries and lookup tables for data ingestion.
• Write and test code for data ingestion and transformation.
• Integrate new data with historical data, focusing on various ecological metrics.
• Provide support for projects across the Environmental Sciences Division in data science, coding, statistical analysis, and data management.
• Align behaviors and priorities with ORNL's core values and promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Requirements

• A MS degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Ecology, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 12 years of experience in data analysis and database management.
• Programming skills in Python/R.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with data management workflows related to the TVA Kingston Fossil Plant coal ash spill.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.
• Motivated self-starter with strong prioritization skills.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Remote work eligibility
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development opportunities