JOB TITLE
Temporary Data Scientist
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering - JM
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering department seeks a temporary Data Scientist that will assist in Professor Liu's lab. The research lab investigates links between occupant comfort (in buildings, vehicles, etc.) and cognitive and mental states. This represents a critical intersection between the central nervous system and the ambient living environment. The depth of our research necessitates advanced data science skills, especially when analyzing brain signals and indoor environmental metrics.
WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a data scientist with a robust background in computer science or data analytics to fill this position.
Duties include:

• Collecting physiological signal data from human participants.
• Analyzing the data.
• Reporting findings, which includes potential journal publication.
  FLSA STATUS
  United States of America (Non-Exempt)
  WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
  To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Temporary-Data-Scientist_R0002559
  About WPI
  WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.
  Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
  WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.
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