Sr. Data Scientist

Why Work at BYU   

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” 

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. 

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

**The last day to submit an application for this position is, July 29, 2026, by 11:59pm MST. **

Sr. Data Scientist

The Sr. Data Scientist supports institutional research and assessment by applying advanced data science techniques to help university leadership make data-informed decisions that enhance student success and advance the BYU Mission and Aims. This position develops predictive models, conducts advanced statistical analyses, and transforms complex data into meaningful insights through reports and visualizations. The role collaborates with campus stakeholders to identify emerging analytic opportunities and communicate actionable findings.

What you’ll do in this position:

• Develop predictive models and apply advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to institutional data
• Analyze and integrate data from multiple sources to identify trends and answer strategic university questions
• Design and evaluate studies that measure the effectiveness of student success initiatives and institutional programs
• Create dashboards, reports, and data visualizations that communicate actionable insights to university leadership
• Develop and maintain automated reporting tools and analytical data structures
• Respond to ad hoc analytical requests while documenting methods, assumptions, and findings
• Train campus partners on interactive reporting tools and data resources
• Stay current with emerging data science, analytics, and artificial intelligence methodologies to enhance institutional research capabilities

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Systems, or a related field, and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Expertise in Bayesian statistical modeling and advanced statistical analysis
• Experience with predictive modeling, machine learning, and data visualization
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, R, or similar statistical programming languages
• Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently as well as collaboratively

Preferred

• Ph.D. in a related field and two to four years of relevant experience
• Experience in higher education institutional research or assessment
• Experience developing Tableau dashboards and other data visualization products
• Experience evaluating educational programs using causal or quasi-experimental methods

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Generous vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 56T

Typical Starting Pay: $118,500 - $154,000

The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.

If the job has a post-end date, the last day to apply is the day before by 11:59 pm MST.

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!