About the role

Role: Data Scientist (Remote)

Support U.S. Customs and Border Protection in the Washington DC area, working remotely from the National Capital Region (DMV).

Responsibilities

Apply expert knowledge in statistical analysis, data mining, and AI/ML to derive value from complex data.
Provide consulting on data mining and analytics across multiple data sources, turning raw data into actionable insights.
Design and implement data-driven solutions including advanced analytical methods, data models, and data visualizations.
Build quantitative simulations and predictive/descriptive models to recommend analytics solutions.
Identify trends and problems through big data analysis.
Stay current with emerging tools and techniques in machine learning, statistical modeling, and analytics.

Requirements

6+ years of relevant experience in applied research, big data analytics, statistics, applied mathematics, data science, computer science, operations research, or closely related quantitative disciplines.
3+ years of direct experience in machine learning.
Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant quantitative field (Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, Operations Research, or closely related).
- A PhD may substitute for up to 3 years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of data mining methods, databases, data visualization, and machine learning.
Ability to communicate analytics approaches, concepts, and deliverables.
Ability to develop data-driven solutions, models, and visualizations.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Qlik for embedding visualizations into webpages.
Familiarity with Databricks (or similar cloud/distributed database technologies).
Comfort with PySpark and Python.
Ability to write complex SQL queries for ETL (extract/transform/load).

Clearance & Location

Must be located in the DMV (National Capital Region).
Clearance required: a TS or CBP BI or DHS suitability clearance, adjudicated within the past 4 years.
Government contractor role; US Citizenship is required (per posting).

About Elder Research

Elder Research, Inc. is a fast-growing consulting firm specializing in predictive analytics and data mining. The company works on statistical analysis, machine learning, and AI-driven solutions for real-world problems, supporting clients through data-driven consulting and implementations. It emphasizes continuous learning, teamwork, and flexible work-life practices.

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