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Employer: Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education – Department of Defense

Expires: 07/16/2021

The Combat Capabilities Development Command (CCDC) Data and Analysis Center (DAC) is offering a post-bachelor’s opportunity at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.What will I be doing?You will apply mathematical, analytical and computer science principles to develop and improve capabilities for managing data to meet needs of the Data and Analysis Center. Why should I apply?Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. Along the way, you will engage in activities and research in several areas. These include, but are not limited to:data assessmentsupport software, database, and web tool/website developmentsupport conduct of Schedule Risk and performance analyses through various functional areasapply best practices for quality assurance and quality controlidentify opportunities for improvementsupport implementation of process improvementWhere will I be located?Aberdeen Proving Ground, MarylandWhat is the appointment length?The tentative date start for this appointment is July 1, 2021. This date is flexible and is dependent upon the selection of a candidate and start date deemed feasible between the candidate and the mentor. This appointment is a 12-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.What are the benefits?You will receive a stipend to be determined by CCDC-DAC. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location.Other benefits may include the following:Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)Relocation AllowanceTraining and Travel AllowanceAbout CCDC-DACThe Combat Capabilities Development Command (CCDC) Data & Analysis Center (DAC) is an Army Futures Command organization that conducts a variety of critical analyses to provide state-of-the-art analytical solutions to senior level Army and Department of Defense officials. The Data & Analysis Center’s responsive systems analysis supports the “Equipping” and “Sustaining” of weapons and materiel for our Soldiers in the field as well as our Future Army Force. https://www.dac.ccdc.army.mil/home.html.About ORISEThis program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.QualificationsThe qualified candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, engineering, statistics, physics, chemistry, computer science, or similar disciplines, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date. MediaWiki, and Microsoft applications experience preferred.Eligibility RequirementsCitizenship: U.S. Citizen OnlyDegree: Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, or Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months or anticipated to be received by 6/30/2021 11:59:00 PM.Overall GPA: 3.00