Part-Time Data Scientist and Engineer

Job Title: Part-Time Data Scientist and EngineerLocation: UNG - GainesvilleRegular/Temporary: RegularFull/Part Time: Part-TimeJob ID: 292515About UsLocated in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.Job SummaryThe University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time Data Scientist and Engineer on the Gainesville campus. This part-time position performs or assists with a variety of data science, data engineering, database development, and data integration tasks to assist and supplement the other Enterprise Information Systems staff in the completion of tasks and projects as well as completing projects individually. These tasks may involve any aspect of the transactional or analytical data environments used by UNG or any stage of its data science or integration pipelines. Work with other offices on projects requiring interdisciplinary knowledge and skills.Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions. As a public institution, the university¿s ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.Contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470 for more information.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and enforce data engineering, security, data quality standards through automation.Develop, test, implement, and maintain data integration pipelines.Develop, test, implement, and maintain machine learning models to increase productivity, efficiency, and student success.Effectively convey analytical insights with spoken and written communication, data reporting, and data visualization.Maintain currency of skills in the rapidly evolving fields of data management, data governance, analytics, machine learning, and AI.Other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesEllucian Banner, Python, R, PL/SQL, SQL, Git and GitHubRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in computer science, data science, analytics, statistics, mathematics.5 years data architecture and/or engineering experience.Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree preferred.ITIL Foundations, LeanIT Foundations preferred.Required Documents to AttachResumeCover letterUnofficial Transcripts Contact information for three professional referencesUSG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Institutional ValuesThe University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.phpConditions of EmploymentOffers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.Other InformationThis is not a supervisory position.This position does not have any financial responsibilities.This position will not be required to drive.This role is considered a position of trust.This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).This position will not travelThis position does not require security clearance.Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.Background CheckPosition of Trust + Education