About the Department
Title: Senior Research Associate (Applied Data Science)
Position Number: 0097589T
Hiring Unit: College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience (CTAHR), Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management (NREM)
Location: Honolulu, HI
Date Posted: March 13, 2026
Closing Date: Continuous; first review of applications will begin March 24, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Band: B
Salary : salary schedules and placement information
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Month: 11-month
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent
Other Conditions: First review to begin March 24, 2026 or soon thereafter. For best consideration, all application materials should be submitted by March 23, 2026, 11:59PM HST. Complete applications and required document attachments must be submitted before close of vacancy. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the hiring committee. Please see application instructions.
Duties and responsibilities:
- *Oversee the Center in the area of applied empirical methods, in particular the use of innovative data analytic strategies (including geospatial analysis) and visualization to social science research, policy analysis, and program evaluation activities relating to family well-being in Hawaii.
- *Implement, and oversee maintenance and updating of websites, data dashboards, data repositories, and interactive maps/data visualizations. Ensure the security, and accuracy of associated data and written content.
- *Review, acquire, and process, large datasets for sociospatial and population research, needs assessments, and program/systems evaluations.
- *Perform and document routine data gathering tasks through automated processes, e.g., web scraping, data downloads, and indicator computation.
- *Keep abreast of technological and analytic changes in the field, pursue related professional development, and apply new ideas as appropriate.
- *Provide training and oversight to graduate assistants and project staff.
- *Provide training and consultation to faculty.
- *Collaborate on the development and writing of grant applications, reports, presentations, scholarly articles, and educational materials.
- *Oversee data-related activities across Center projects.
- *Collaborate on the strategic planning for the Center specific to planning data-related activities.
- Engage stakeholders, contractors, and owners of potential data sources.
- Other duties as assigned.
*Denotes essential functions
Minimum Qualifications:
- Possession of a baccalaureate degree in statistics, social science research methods, data analytics, geospatial analysis, or a related field and four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities in quantitative research methods; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
- Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques in the area of applied data science as demonstrated by broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standards and evolving concepts, principles, and methodologies.
- Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with data analytics.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
- Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
- If applicable, for supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
- Considerable skills in inferential statistics, geospatial analysis, data visualization and/or website/dashboard development.
- Considerable skills in programming and scripting for data processing and automation using relevant applications (such as Python, R, JavaScript, ArcGIS, SQL, etc.).
- Demonstrated familiarity with AI applications.
- Demonstrated ability in technical documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects and deliver results on time and to specifications.
- Considerable ability to organize self and others and communicate effectively in person and in writing.
Desirable Qualifications
- Master's degree in statistics, social science research methods, data analytics, geospatial analysis, or relevant field.
- Track record of scholarly publications and/or grantsmanship.
- Strong track record of producing data-based reports for clients and products for community audiences.
- Relevant technical certifications.
- Track record of work that demonstrates understanding of Hawaii's social and policy context.
- Familiarity with a variety of state and national administrative and population datasets.
- Good working knowledge of state health, education, and human services systems.
TO APPLY: Click in the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
- Cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and some, if not all, desirable qualifications;
- Resume/Curriculum vitae (CV);
- Names of three (3) professional references (contact information including email address); and
- Official transcripts or original documentation from the institution confirming the degree (copies acceptable; however, official transcripts sent directly from the degree-granting institution are required upon hire).
- Diplomas will not be accepted.
Note: Complete applications and required document attachments must be submitted before close of vacancy. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.
Inquiries: Dr. Barbara [email protected]
Position Duties
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