New job Assistant Operations Research Analyst in Illinois
Assistant Operations Research Analyst
Company : Argonne National Laboratory
Salary : Details not provided
Location : Illinois
Full Description
Position Description
This position will apply mathematical and statistical expertise to address and understand critical infrastructure asset- and system-level preparation and response strategies for emerging risks (e.g., natural hazards, infectious disease outbreaks). Applicants should be well-versed in the development and use of agent-based models, statistical models and techniques, as well as a range of analytical and visualization software/programming languages. This includes developing methodologies and tools, as well as developing and applying techniques, to assist decision and policy makers in risk management efforts and ensuring that public and private-sector risk and resilience activities achieve desired objectives within a constrained environment.
This is an Evergreen job posting which allows candidates to apply once to be considered for multiple job requisitions; you may be asked to apply to a specific job posting in the future.
Position Requirements
- Knowledge of mathematical modeling and statistical analysis techniques and applications.
- Knowledge of behavioral and decision science.
- Skill in using a variety of data analytic software, including but not limited to R.
- Experience with interpreted programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript).
- Experience with agent-based modeling.
- Skill in working effectively in a team.
- Skill in written and oral communication.
- Skill in communicating complex problems and solutions to a variety of audiences.
Education Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in statistics, data science, quantitative psychology, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
Other: Selected candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a clearance and must be a U.S. citizen. Please see http://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm for more information about requirements for obtaining a security clearance process.
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