Data Scientist Jobs in Salem, MA

A Data Scientist in the technology industry plays a pivotal role in making sense of complex data sets and providing data-driven insights to help shape strategic decisions and solve business problems. They apply statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning algorithms to analyze and interpret big data, identify trends and patterns, and predict outcomes. They also work closely with business stakeholders to understand their problems and develop appropriate data models. Furthermore, they are responsible for data cleaning, preparation, and visualization to make it easier for non-technical stakeholders to understand.

Essential skills for a Data Scientist include a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, and computer science. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL, and tools like Hadoop, Spark, or Tableau is also necessary. Additionally, they should have good business acumen, problem-solving skills, and communication skills. Certifications like Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), Data Science for Business (DSB), and AWS Certified Big Data are beneficial. Prior to becoming a Data Scientist, one might have worked as a Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, or a Statistician.

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Bi Manager/Director

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • moments ago

Overdrive Interactive is a Boston-based digital agency with a unique blend of strategic, media, creative and technical services that truly represent the model of what most agencies are striving to...

Senior Quantitative Analyst, Vice President

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

State Streets Model Risk Management (MRM) function is seeking a Senior Quantitative Analyst to join its Model Validation team based in Boston, MA. The Quantitative Analyst will conduct model...

Senior Data Scientist - Patient Safety

  • Wellesley, MA (23 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Wellesley, MA (23 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

This position will be reporting to the Principle Data Scientist - Patient Safety and Pharmacy Operations Analytics. The Sr....

Senior Data Scientist

  • Quincy, MA (19 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Quincy, MA (19 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics or related field 6+ years of experience in a data scientist role or a Master's Degree 5+ years deploying production level models...

Senior Data Scientist, Real World Evidence

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Data Scientist, RWE with experience and interest in oncology and clinical/epidemiological study design and execution to join our team....

Data Scientist, Medicare Analytics

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 15 hours ago

What We Need As a core member of the Performance Measurement and Improvement team, the Data Scientist supports analytic activities associated with BCBSMA overall performance on Medicare Stars ratings...

Senior Data Architect- Power BI Modeler

  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago

Description of Benefits Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (c......

Lead Data Scientist

  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist to guide the strategic decisions and the development of reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems....

Senior Data Scientist

  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist to develop reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems....

Remote Work

Data Scientist 4

  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Job Description As a Lead Data Scientist, you'll shape next-gen AI capabilities for Clinical Data Exchange (CDeX)-where payers and providers collaborate seamlessly....

Specialist, Data Scientist, Automation & AI (Remote)

  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Job Description Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to join our Cybersecurity Engineering function within the Automation & AI Team....

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Associate Director, Statistical Programming

  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview Responsible for planning and tracking statistical programming activities such as designing, developing, validating, updating, and documenting SAS programs to generate analysis datasets,...

Member of Technical Staff - Machine Learning Engineer, Data

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Liquid AI, an MIT spin-off, is a foundation model company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Our mission is to build capable and efficient general-purpose AI systems at every scale. Our goal...

Member of Technical Staff - Applied Machine Learning Engineer

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Liquid AI, an MIT spin-off, is a foundation model company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Our mission is to build capable and efficient general-purpose AI systems at every scale. Our goal...

Member of Technical Staff - Machine Learning Engineer, Training Infrastructure

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Salem, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Liquid AI, an MIT spin-off, is a foundation model company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Our mission is to build capable and efficient general-purpose AI systems at every scale. Our goal...

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Salary for Data Scientist Jobs in Salem, MA

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Highest Education Level

Data Scientists in Salem, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
49.4%
Bachelor's Degree
33.8%
Doctorate Degree
9.7%
Associate's Degree
2.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
High School or GED
1.4%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%



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