Data Scientist Research Faculty

About Clark University :

Founded in 1887, Clark was one of the first all-graduate institutions in the United States. Today the University is a highly-ranked, student-centered institution educating approximately 2,350 undergraduate and 1,150 graduate students to be imaginative and contributing citizens of the world and to advance the frontiers of knowledge and understanding through rigorous scholarship and creative effort. This commitment to scholarship and inquiry reflects the University's commitment to "challenge convention and change our world" and to address issues of critical importance to society. It is also reflected by Clark's many national and international distinctions, including innovation, community engagement and impact, as a top green campus, and for having a distinguished geography and international development program. Clark has also been included in the groundbreaking Colleges that Change Lives guide since it was first published in 1996.

Clark is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, a dynamic, diverse city "on the rise". The second largest city in New England, Worcester is home to 11 institutions of higher learning and is increasingly recognized for its growing healthcare and biotechnology communities, its thriving cultural scene, and as a vibrant food hub.

Job Description :

We are seeking a highly motivated Data Scientist Research Faculty to join a federally funded project at Clark University focused on advancing interdisciplinary data science education and real-world learning. The successful candidate will serve as the primary data scientist and a member of the project leadership team, working closely with the PI and Co-PI to plan, manage, and review implementation of project activities. This role offers a unique opportunity to integrate and further develop expertise in teaching, applied research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community engagement while contributing to the advancement of data science education and workforce development.

The Data Scientist Research Faculty will play a central role in shaping and delivering innovative educational experiences. Responsibilities include collaborating with disciplinary faculty on developing discipline-specific data science modules for use in a variety of courses, teaching or co-teaching a project-based data science course that integrates real-world projects and relevant theories and methodologies, and mentoring undergraduate students engaged in applied data science work.

In addition, the Data Scientist Research Faculty will be involved in the design, development, and maintenance of an online platform for resource sharing and community learning, supervising student assistants on related tasks. The role also involves organizing and contributing to collaborative workshops with educators, students, and community partners.

This is a full-time, in-person, 12-month position funded by NSF. The start date is flexible, but no later than January 5, 2026. The appointment will run through approximately August 31, 2028, contingent upon satisfactory performance. Questions about the position may be directed to ds@clarku.edu.

Requirements :

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in data science, computer science, statistics, or a closely related field
• Strong technical expertise in data processing pipeline, machine learning, and programming tools commonly used in data science
• Demonstrated ability to manage data science projects from planning through implementation, evaluation, and, when needed, improvement
• Experience teaching, co-teaching, or mentoring students or junior colleagues in academic or training settings
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across disciplines
• Organizational skills to coordinate multiple project components and supervise student assistants

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Information :

Expected Hiring Range : $81,600 to $90,750

Pay Transparency Disclosure :

The compensation for this position will be determined based on factors that include available budget, internal equity, and the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related credentials. This range represents Clark University's good-faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting consistent with Clark's compensation philosophy and internal alignment.

Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here .

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Application Instructions :

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Review of applications will begin on Oct. 31, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

A successful background check is required upon acceptance.

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