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Data Scientist II

🇺🇸 Lexington, KY

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $57K - $94K

💻 Data Science

🗓️ December 3rd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Kentucky is hiring a Data Scientist II. This role supports the applied research mission of the Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) by conducting public policy research, communicating findings through reports and presentations, managing the center's finances, and overseeing student workers.

Highlights
  • Conduct public policy research for state and local government agencies, policymakers, and business groups.
  • Communicate research findings via reports, briefs, and presentations.
  • Manage and administer the center’s finances and oversee student workers.
  • Required to hold a Master's degree with 5 years of related experience; Master's plus 6 years or PhD with 3 years preferred.
  • Strong analytic and writing skills, with ability to acquire new skills in applied research.
  • Experience preferred in budget management, communications, and personnel management.
  • Salary range: $57,158 - $94,286 per year.
  • Reports to the Center for Business and Economic Research, Gatton College of Business and Economics.
  • Position is full-time staff role in department 8F410:B&E Center For B&E Research.
  • Physical requirements include sitting for long periods and lifting up to 25 lbs, with effective communication across platforms.

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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title Data Scientist II
Requisition Number RE52467
Working Title
Department Name 8F410:B&E Center For B&E Research
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 47
Salary Range $57,158-94,286/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

MS

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time, lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 25 lbs. Ability to communicate effectively across all platforms
Shift
Days, nights/weekends when needed
Job Summary
The Data Scientist in the Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) is a professional position supporting the applied research mission of CBER. CBER conducts a wide range of research projects designed to inform state and local government agencies, policymakers, and local business groups. It is a primary goal of CBER to provide an active research environment for students, both graduate and undergraduate. The senior economist is responsible for conducting public policy research for clients; communicating research findings through reports, briefs, and presentation; managing and administering the center’s finances; and overseeing student workers. The successful candidate will have strong analytic skills, strong writing ability, and the ability to learn new skills in the context of applied research. Budget management, communications, and some personnel management are strongly preferred.

The Gatton College of Business and Economics is nearing its 100th anniversary. Over that time, we have been preparing principled leaders for the global economy, producing high quality, influential research, and supporting economic growth in Kentucky and beyond. Accredited by the AACSB, Gatton proudly offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional business and economics degrees and certificates in both a face to face an online format. We are housed in a 220,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility where the college accommodates the fastest growing student enrollment on UK’s campus, reaching over 4,000 students in Fall 2022. Through teaching, research, and outreach, the Gatton College has a direct, tangible influence on the lives of Kentucky’s citizens and people around the world. We are looking for professionals who embody the College’s tagline of “Blue Means Business”.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Masters plus 6 years or PhD and 3 years preferred
Deadline to Apply 12/08/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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  2. Cover Letter

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