Data & Research
 
* ELMI Occupation Profile - Data Scientists *
 
Data Scientists
(O*NET 15-2051.00, SOC 15-2051)
 
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What they do
Develop and implement a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software. Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets. Visualize, interpret, and report data findings. May create dynamic data reports.
 
Wages
Vermont - 2023
Percentile1HourlyYearly
10% $ 36.00   $74,890  
25% $ 38.51   $80,100  
Median $ 56.49   $117,500  
75% $ 71.65   $149,030  
90% $ 96.73   $201,190  
 
Average $ 59.82   $124,430  
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Industries of Employment
Data Scientists and Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other*
United States - 2020
IndustryPercent of total
  • Professional, scientific, and technical services
36%
  • Management of companies and enterprises
11%
  • Insurance carriers and related activities
7%
  • Educational services; state, local, and private
5%
  • Administrative and support services
4%
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Projected Employment
Data Scientists and Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other*
 Vermont
2020 employment 31
2030 employment 46
Annual percent change
(compounded)
4.0%
Annual projected job openings
(due to change and separations)
5
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Education and Experience:
Data Scientists and Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other*
  • Typical education needed for entry
    Bachelor's degree
  • Work experience in a related occupation
    None
  • Typical on-the-job training needed to attain competency
    None
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Job Zone
Considerable Preparation Needed
  • Specific Vocational Preparation Range
    (7.0 to < 8.0) - A typical worker will require over 2 years up to and including 4 years of training to achieve average performance in this occupation.
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