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The following statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels characteristic of positions assigned to this classification. They should not be viewed as an exhaustive list of the specific duties and prerequisites applicable to individual positions that have been so classified.
Summary
Utilizes advanced techniques to analyze highly complex data sets and to identify and predict trends and behavior analytics regarding activities of significant importance to the University. Provides integrated, strategic guidance and leadership to stakeholders and subject-matter experts in various domains to operationalize analytical solutions that help decision makers at all levels of the institution gain necessary insights to improve institutional effectiveness and management. Independently initiates, develops, implements and maintains tools to extract and examine a wide variety of complex data from multiple internal, external, and/or non-traditional sources. May lead and guide the work of other data scientists, business analysts and/or professional staff.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides integrated, strategic guidance and leadership to stakeholders and subject matter experts to define complex institutional needs; identifies relevant data sources for information.
Serves as a subject matter expert in capturing, mining, managing and analyzing big data sets using state-of-the-art techniques, such as natural language processing, cluster analysis, image analysis, pattern recognition, predictive modeling, visualization, and/or other applicable methods.
Provides training and day-to-day guidance and leadership to lower level data scientists; trains and supervises business, technical and/or other professional staff, as appropriate.
Develops, tests, trains, and implements models; continuously refines models based on performance and outcome and operationalizes feasible solutions.
Researches, examines and develops mathematical, statistical and/or machine learning models to predict outcomes, which may include the use of linear regression models, decision trees, random forest, and other applicable methods; models and frames scenarios that affect critical organizational processes and/or decisions.
Visualizes and reports data findings to stakeholders utilizing various visual formats; compiles and presents complex information for audiences at varying levels of technical understanding.
Processes, cleanses, and verifies the integrity and reliability of data used for analysis; uses iterative processes and validates findings.
Selects features for data mining, which may include building and optimizing classifiers using machine-learning techniques; explores, examines, and extracts data from multiple internal and external data sources to find hidden insights and correlations.
Champions the adoption of advanced analytics and data science across the entire institution and at operational, managerial and executive levels.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop integrated, creative solutions.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities, including skills in making recommendations and decisions.
Knowledge to build big data models using open source tools and languages, and/or using vendor hosted cloud-based modeling services.
Ability to supervise and train employees, communicate effectively, organize, prioritize and schedule work assignments, contributing to a collaborative work environment.
Ability to act independently and provide leadership at an advanced level of technical expertise.
Knowledge of current and emerging statistical, algorithmic, mining and visualization techniques.
Knowledge and appreciation of business concepts and requirements as applicable to a large academic, research, and/or health care facility.
Ability to learn and understand new concepts in order to develop solutions to institutional-level problems.
Ability to plan, create, program and manage complex statistical/predictive models.
Familiarity with basic principles of distributed computing and/or distributed databases.
Ability to apply statistical principles and processes to meet a range of information requirements.
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to format and generate summary, statistical, and presentation reports.
Ability to develop and deliver effective technical presentations, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of established programming procedures and programming languages.
Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in area of expertise.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Position requires: a) Using independent judgment and relying on experience to perform tasks and problem solving of a complex nature; b) serving as project leader on sizeable projects; c) developing new ideas and guiding the organization in identifying trends and behavior analytics; d) collaboration, representation, and subject matter expert leadership within the area of expertise; e) building and sustaining collaborative relationships across multiple disciplines.
Conditions of Employment
Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
No or very limited physical effort required.
No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
The University of New Mexico provides all training required by OSHA to ensure employee safety.
