{"id":2049157,"url":"https://alion.io/job/northeastern-university-research-data-analyst-dibi","title":"Research Data Analyst, DIBI","company":{"id":6930,"name":"Northeastern University","domain":"northeastern.edu","url":"https://alion.io/company/northeastern","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":88,"open_postings":251,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.486,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":50,"computed_at":"2026-10-14T06:34:16Z"}},"role":"Analytics","role_family":"Analytics","seniority":"junior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Boston, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":60315,"max":85192,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":85192},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":2,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Machine Learning","optional":false},{"name":"AWS","optional":true},{"name":"Azure","optional":true},{"name":"C++","optional":true},{"name":"Java","optional":true},{"name":"JavaScript","optional":true},{"name":"LLM","optional":true},{"name":"Memgraph","optional":true},{"name":"Neo4j","optional":true},{"name":"PostGIS","optional":true},{"name":"PostgreSQL","optional":true},{"name":"Python","optional":true},{"name":"PyTorch","optional":true},{"name":"PyTorch C++","optional":true},{"name":"RAG","optional":true},{"name":"React.js","optional":true},{"name":"SQL","optional":true},{"name":"Svelte","optional":true},{"name":"Synthetic Data","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-07T21:05:34Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-07","last_verified_at":"2026-10-14T06:57:41Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":6,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":6},"description":"About the Opportunity\nJOB SUMMARY\nThe Defense Industrial Base Institute at Northeastern University (NU) - a rapidly growing defense focused institute that conducts cutting-edge applied R&D - is seeking a highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic Jr. Data Researcher with expertise in applying methods/frameworks/systems that apply ML&AI. The Jr. Data Researcher is expected to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team (academia, industry and government) and contribute to the successful execution of federally funded projects/activities.\nResponsibilities include providing technical support to Principal investigators or co-principal investigators as a Jr. Data Researcher for a wide range of projects and activities involving machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI), including autonomy, sensing and communication, and decision support systems, among others. The Jr. Data Researcher will work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams across the DIBI Higher Education Consortium, consisting of academic, government, industry partners, to recommend solutions or support institute leadership on prototypes for projects in application areas, including autonomous systems, robotics, and machine learning systems, among others. Specifically, the Jr. Data Researcher will help to create and modify on the back end the existing Navigator methodology; working with other data scientists and leadership across the institute.\nSuccessful candidates will be responsible team players and passionate about machine learning technologies, as well as possess a deep understanding of machine learning technology and experience in turning machine learning systems into practical, state-of-the-art systems that can be enhanced for projects or activities as per federal agency SOW.. A close working relationship with and support of thinking creatively on application of Navigator frame work for government and industry contracts will be required.\nThe primary office for this position is located at NU’s Boston Campus Through NU, the institute offers an impressive benefits package, including multiple retirement plan options with extremely generous matching, as well as tuition waiver for classes and advanced degree programs. A full description of available benefits can be found on the NU website.\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nRequired\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data science, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field.\n2-4 years of professional experience in software engineering, data science, or applied R&D, with exposure to machine learning and AI system development in research, prototype, or production environments.\nPreferred\nMaster’s degree with a focus on ML/AI, data-intensive systems, network science, optimization, or related areas.\nExperience contributing to government, defense, or security-related R&D programs (internships, fellowships, or full-time roles).\nFamiliarity with simulation-based models (e.g., physics-based, network-based, agent-based, or stochastic simulations) for analysis, experimentation, or decision support. \nDesired Skills & Attributes\nRequired\nProficiency in Python and familiarity with modern ML/AI development workflows.\nExposure to C++ and/or Java for performance-critical components is a plus\nExperience contributing to the design, implementation, testing, or evaluation of ML/AI-enabled or simulation-driven software systems.\nHands-on experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch), including model training, evaluation, and experimentation.\nFamiliarity with distributed or accelerated computing environments (e.g., GPU-enabled systems, shared compute clusters).\nWorking knowledge of database systems, including:\nRelational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL / SQL)\nExposure to graph databases (e.g., Neo4j, Memgraph, or similar)\nFamiliarity with cloud computing environments (e.g., Azure, AWS, or GovCloud equivalents), including containerized or scalable ML workflows.\nSolid software engineering fundamentals, including version control, modular code design, testing, documentation, and reproducibility.\nAbility to rapidly prototype solutions and iterate toward more robust implementations with guidance from senior engineers.\nSelf-motivated team member able to work independently on well-defined tasks while contributing to broader project objectives.\nU.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.\nDesired: \nExposure to Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), vector databases, embedding pipelines, or LLM-enabled systems.\nFamiliarity with network science or graph analytics concepts, including:\nGraph modeling and analysis using tools such as NetworkX\nIntroductory experience with graph-based ML or GNNs is a plus\nMonte Carlo or stochastic simulation methods\nSynthetic data generation or simulation-in-the-loop workflows\nExposure to geospatial data, spatiotemporal datasets, or PostgreSQL/PostGIS is a plus.\nInterest in UI or frontend development for technical or analyst-facing tools (e.g., Svelte, React, or similar frameworks).\nFamiliarity with MLOps concepts, experiment tracking, or reproducible research pipelines.\nExperience working with multidisciplinary teams across research, engineering, and applied R&D environments.\nKey Responsibilities:\nSupport Research and Development efforts to scale Navigator Methodology applied to defense contracts (SIB),to include, development and implementation, prototype modeling & simulation, design, and experimentation. This supports the defense funding received that supports this role. (40%)\nTest and validation of soAI/ML Tools for sprints, tasks, projects and deliverables; to include scaling of projects by suggesting tools and systems that enhance efficiency and support humans in their work. (40%)\nProvide subject matter expertise across a diverse set of application areas and ad hoc requests that may come in from the sponsor. This may include attending meetings, visits, conferences and engagements with US Government, industry and academic partners. Research and support PI or CO-PIs with scoping project budgets as appropriate (Systems, tools) (10%)\nSpecial Projects as assigned: Working closely with Managing Director, Founding Director and other core leadership members, help to scope proposals and opportunities. Working closely with Managing Director and Sr. Director, Strategy and Communications to make recommendations on systems build out for internal operations (10%)\nPosition Type\nData Planning and AnalysisAdditional Information\nNortheastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.\nNortheastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includesmedical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.\nAll qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.\nCompensation Grade/Pay Type:\n108SExpected Hiring Range:\n$60,315.00 - $85,192.50With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.","description_format":"text","description_chars":7603,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":2,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Retirement plans"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Education","Higher Education"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-07T21:05:34Z"}],"visa":[{"country":"US","licensed_sponsor":true,"evidence":"H-1B filings in 12 months: 78 · green card filings: 13","filings_12m":78,"filings_prev_12m":82,"green_card_filings_12m":13,"median_offered_wage_usd":115357,"route":null,"cap_exempt":true,"checked_at":"2026-10-03T21:08:04+00:00","sources":["US Department of Labor: LCA disclosure data (H-1B, H-1B1, E-3)","US Department of Labor: PERM disclosure data (green cards)"],"filings_for_role_12m":6}],"liveness":{"score":90,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.903,"p_room":1,"age_days":6,"expected_fill_days":50,"reasons":["conf:22","velocity","win:early","comp:junior,brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-14T06:34:16Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":85192,"is_top_pay":true},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/northeastern-university-research-data-analyst-dibi","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/northeastern-university-research-data-analyst-dibi.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-14T11:33:34Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":13945,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-15T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":6930},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=6930"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fnortheastern-university-research-data-analyst-dibi"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fnortheastern-university-research-data-analyst-dibi"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fnortheastern-university-research-data-analyst-dibi"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/northeastern-university-research-data-analyst-dibi\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fnortheastern-university-research-data-analyst-dibi"}]}