Data Science Student Assistant III

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR)
relocation assistance
United States, Colorado, Boulder
Oct 29, 2026
Position Type: Casual Visa Sponsored Job: No Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Hiring Range: $24.32/hr Please note: Student Assistants may not work more than 1,000 hours in any 12-month period. Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, and skills relevant to the role. Application Closes at 11:59pm Mountain Time on:* 2026-11-15 About the RoleUCAR is seeking a Data Science Student Assistant III to join the Education, Engagement, and Early Career Development (EdEC) Center at NSF NCAR. In this role, you will provide data management, data entry, and data cleaning support, with a primary focus on supporting the rollout and implementation of the NSF NCAR-wide alumni database project. Under minimal supervision, you will perform complex data tasks, including assisting with database design, organization, and maintenance. This hybrid position requires working on-site at least one day per week. You will work independently with minimal direction, taking ownership of problem-solving, organizing and prioritizing assignments, and designing or modifying procedures as needed. Through effective decision-making and collaboration, you will contribute to team success and strengthen both internal and external relationships. Job Description Responsibilities Database Management & Data Administration: Assist with the design and organization of databases, maintaining and augmenting existing data structures and applications. Perform data entry, data cleaning, and validation of program/database results. Perform complex calculations, functions, and develop mathematical algorithms to analyze data sets. Design and modify existing procedures, programs, or instruments to accomplish data objectives. Process, format, and clean legacy participant records and lab-specific spreadsheets to align with the new relational database schema during the initial pilot rollout. Organize and structure datasets to ensure a clean data foundation for future Phase 2 migration into Salesforce CRM. Technical & Project Support: Assist in distributing, organizing, and maintaining the standardized data-entry collection templates provided to NSF NCAR Labs. Assist with quarterly data integrity reviews, identify missing or malformed values, and coordinate with lab data coordinators to resolve discrepancies. Assist the Project Lead in communicating submission timelines, answer data-entry questions, and coordinate with data coordinators across various NSF NCAR labs. Identify and merge duplicate participant profiles for individuals who attend multiple events or programs across different labs. Assist with integrating external identifiers (such as ORCID data) in coordination with the NSF NCAR Library bibliometrics team for long-term tracking of individuals. Required Qualifications Education Must be enrolled (or intend to enroll in the next regular session) for credit in an accredited secondary or post secondary school, college or Ariality or in a trade school that has received a Certificate or Approval from the Colorado State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Advanced level of knowledge and skill in the area of hire (data entry, data cleaning, and database management) Skill in organizing and prioritizing assignments and managing tasks within projects Excellent oral and written communication skills, including editing, proofreading, and explaining complex technical ideas and issues Proficiency in database management, data cleaning techniques, and data entry workflows. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Salesforce and relational tables. Advanced data management in Google Sheets. Application RequirementsCover Letter, Questionnaire, Resume/CV, Unofficial Transcripts Submit all required application materials by 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on the deadline. Only candidates with complete applications (including questionnaires, when required) will be considered. We recognize that no candidate will meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you believe your background has prepared you for success in this role, we encourage you to apply. Candidates selected for hire will complete background checks and/or federal screenings. Additional Information UCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, age, sex, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. You don't need to include age-related information, such as birth or graduation dates, in your initial application. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on an employee. Please inform your Recruiter if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process. Visa Sponsorship: UCAR can sponsor H-1B status only for candidates already in the U.S. who hold H-1B status or another status that allows a change to H-1B within the country. We cannot sponsor new H-1B visas that require consular processing abroad. Compliance and Location: All roles must comply with U.S. export control regulations and work location requirements. Hybrid staff work on-site 3 days per week or equivalent, based on their flexible work arrangement. UCAR requires ALL positions to be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use: AI tools are permitted, but we strongly encourage candidates to submit primarily original work.