Data Specialist
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Job Location:
Danville, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
The Data Specialist role provides technical and analytical support to research and development initiatives across the full project lifecycle. This position emphasizes professional growth through applied experience in data processing simulation and computational methods. The role contributes to structured technical tasks such as dataset preparation scenario modeling and results validation applying programming and analytical skills to generate reliable inputs for research outcomes.
Required Qualifications
Solid programming foundation (Python C MATLAB).
Strong analytical mindset with knowledge of math geometry and spatial relationships.
Familiarity with 3D modeling tools and simulation platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency with business and invoicing tools (e.g. QuickBooks Excel) to support operational tasks.
Pay Band
3
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40
Review Date
11/03/2025
Additional Information
Multiple positions located in the Danville/Alton VA area.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
We are unable to sponsor work visas for these positions.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- GIS
- Computer Data Entry
- Facilities Management
- ADMA
- Fleet
- Key Account
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About Johnson & Wales University: Founded in 1914, Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with campuses in Providence, Rhode Island, and Charlotte, North Carolina.
