SDS students,
We can't believe the spring 2021 semester is coming to an end! As a reminder, UNC Charlotte announced that they will host in-person commencement ceremonies for the May 2021 graduates in the Jerry Richardson Football Stadium May 13, 14 and 15.
Members of the Class of 2020 will also be invited to participate in these ceremonies and all graduates will be able to invite two (2) guests. The ceremonies will be live streamed and recorded. Be on the lookout next week (April 7th) for an announcement of the specific ceremony dates and times.
Finally, we know some of you are looking for internships (including our undergrads). Companies are still sending opportunities for both M.S. and B.S. student internships so make sure to watch for these and apply!
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Student Volunteers Needed: Analytics Frontiers Conference 2021 |
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The 7th annual Analytics Frontiers conference is ONE WEEK away!
The School of Data Science will be selecting eight to ten DSBA and HIA students who are interested in volunteering and attending this year's Analytics Frontier Conference (AFC) on Thursday and Friday, April 22nd and 23rd.
If you are interested in volunteering for one or both days this year, and are available from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please complete the form below by noon on Friday, April 16th.
Volunteer positions will be assigned by Monday, April 19th. Students assigned a role will be contacted directly by email with more information regarding their duties.
*Student volunteers will have the opportunity to attend the Analytics Frontiers conference for FREE.* |
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Summer 2021 Internships- DSBA and HIA |
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On February 24th, SDS held a workshop on best practices for securing an internship. You can replay the session here. For more information on the internship requirements, how to secure a placement, and/or how to submit a proposal, please visit the program websites:
Proposals for a summer 2021 internship must be submitted no later than Friday, May 14th, ten days prior to the start of Summer Session classes. |
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Summer School Course Offerings |
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DSBA 6520: Network Science
Description: Throughout our lives, we encounter data with various degrees of structure which can be relied upon when attempting to make systematic or algorithmic evaluations of that data. And it is the structure (or lack thereof) of that data that determines what algorithms or operations can be performed on said data, and by extension, what insights can be gained. In this class, you’ll learn how to use industry-standard algorithms, tools, and models which take advantage of data that is structured as a graph/network as well as the rules and theory which govern Network Science to uncover hidden interconnected insights in data.
DSBA 6010: Special Topics in DSBA: From Data to Decisions: Informed Leadership
Description: The goal of this course is to help students see the use of data as an asset; especially how analytics helps leaders/managers make decisions by producing actionable insights for them. Business Analytics Elective |
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Featured Special Topics Course for Fall |
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DSBA 6010: Special Topics in DSBA: Text Mining and Information Retrieval - Saturday Mornings, Center City Building
Instructor: Dr. Niu
Semester: Fall 2021
Description: Text data play an essential role in our lives. Since we communicate using natural languages, we produce and consume a large amount of text data every day on all kinds of topics. The explosive growth of text data makes it impossible for people to consume all the relevant text data in a timely manner. The availability of text data has also created unprecedented opportunities to leverage computational and statistical approaches to turn raw data, especially raw text data, into actionable knowledge.
This course covers general computational techniques for analyzing large amounts of text data as well as basic techniques for information retrieval. By introducing text mining (TM) and information retrieval (IR) in a unified framework, this course emphasizes the importance of integration of IR and TM needed to build the two major types of text information systems, i.e., search engines (such as Google, MS Bing, etc) and text analytics systems, for text information access and text analysis. Data Science Elective |
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New Special Topics for Fall 2021 |
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DSBA 6010: Special Topics in DSBA: Data Privacy - Wednesday Afternoons, Main Campus; Dr. Fan
Semester: Fall 2021
Description: Personal data today is aggregated at large scales, increasing the risk of privacy violations or breaches in critical sectors (e.g., health care, automation, and finance). Current laws such as HIPAA and GDPR protect personal data in the United States and around the world. The course will cover privacy-enhancing technologies from data de-identification to the state-of-the-art differential privacy research (e.g., deployed at Apple and the Census Bureau). We will also include broader discussions around topics such as data governance, ethics, and algorithm fairness. Material will touch on issues and methodologies from data mining/machine learning, databases, cryptography, distributed systems, law, policy, medical informatics, and statistics. Data Science Elective
DSBA 6010: Special Topics in DSBA: StoryTelling - Wednesday Evenings, Center City Building; Dr. Hague
Semester: Fall 2021
Description: Learn how to take your analytics and data science results and turn it into a presentation to senior leaders in your company. You will learn how to simplify your visualizations as verbally present your materials. Business Analytics Elective |
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CGL Fall 2021 GRAD Courses |
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Interested students can learn more about the different course offerings below. |
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Spring Commencement 2021 Information |
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A commencement announcement email was sent to May 2021 graduates and members of the Class of 2020 announcing that we will hold in-person ceremonies in Jerry Richardson Football Stadium May 13, 14 and 15.
For questions regarding these emails, please use the links below to help answer questions you may have.
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Teacher Quality Partnership |
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The Teacher Quality Partnership (TQP) is offering a complete grant which includes tuition, textbooks, supplies, application fees, and a living wage stipend for students! Students interested in earning a teacher's licensure and a Masters of Arts in Teaching degree in less than 18 months should apply for this opportunity. Graduates will have a guaranteed job in Cabarrus County Schools upon completion of the program.
The deadline to apply is June 1st. |
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Faculty Spotlight: John Tobias |
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UNC Charlotte's School of Data Science faculty member and full-time lecturer, John Tobias, was recently featured in an article by the Boston Globe on the Sports Analytics industry.
Discover how Tobias, alongside others in the community, are working to diversify the field, starting from the undergraduate level. |
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National Rural Health Association Article of the Year: Dr. Rajib Paul |
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Congratulations to SDS affiliate faculty member, Dr. Rajib Paul, for receiving the 2021 article of the year award by the National Rural Health Association!
His work, The Progression of COVID-19 From Urban to Rural Areas in the United States: A Spatiotemporal Analysis of Prevalence Rates, was selected by a research committee based on innovation in the methodology, applicability of the results, and overall reach.
Learn more about the research below. |
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AMMI Conference and Student Research Presentation Opportunity |
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When: April 15 – 16, 2021, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Join Carolina Health Informatics Program’s (CHIP) virtual Analytics and Machine-Learning in Maternal-Health Intervention (AMMI) conference on April 15 – 16, 2021.
The AMMI conference will provide a unique and much-needed platform for multi-disciplinary researchers from maternal health, machine learning, informatics, and medical imaging on topics related to prenatal health.
This innovative virtual symposium will include keynote speakers, panel discussions, student poster sessions, and networking opportunities with the leading industry and academic researchers in machine learning and maternal health. |
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Novant Health: STM Academy Speaker Event |
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When: April 20th, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The STM Academy is excited to have a Novant Health HR Talent Acquisition Specialist speak to students about navigating the application process, negotiating salary, and more!
Watch the video here to learn more.
Meeting Password: 977640 |
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When: April 21st, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The EXPO provides an opportunity for employers to connect and network with those seeking tech jobs, internships and careers in tech. For employers seeking to expand their pipeline of tech talent, the EXPO is an efficient and cost effective solution to support their recruitment efforts.
For candidates seeking to work in a tech role or to support a tech company/operation (finance, operations, sales, marketing), the EXPO is a great avenue in which to learn more about the tech employers in NC and job opportunities. |
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Analytics Frontiers Conference |
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When: April 22nd - 23rd, 2021
Join the School of Data Science and Bank of America for a two-day virtual event, featuring keynote presentations from data science leaders throughout the region, networking opportunities, technical workshops, and more. |
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Analytics Frontiers Conference - Microsoft Recruiting Session |
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When: April 23rd, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Please join UNC Charlotte's School of Data Science and gold sponsor, Microsoft, for a special follow-up recruitment session. Learn more about full-time position opportunities at Microsoft and connect with current team members and recruiters!
Speakers:
- Bhavana Bartholf - Chief Transformation Officer
- Richard Taylor - Principal Software Engineering Manager
- Chemere Davis - Senior Business Operations Program Manager
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Career Opportunity with Premier - Data Science Intern |
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Premier Inc. healthcare improvement company is looking for smart, agile individuals to help transform the healthcare industry. This position will have responsibility for supporting the data science team with product development and analytics research and development. |
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Career Opportunities with SAS |
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SAS Institute prides itself on helping its customers discover insights from their data, make more intelligent decisions, and drive relevant change. SAS is currently looking for students who are interested in technical and non-technical healthcare and life science positions.
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Career Opportunity with IBM - Data Engineer |
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Software development is critical to the success of IBM and our clients worldwide. At IBM, you will use the latest software development tools, techniques and approaches and work with leading minds in the industry to build solutions you can be proud of. |
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Texas Rangers - Analyst I, Sports Science |
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The Texas Rangers are seeking a candidate to provide research and analysis through statistical modeling, visualizations, and other assigned projects. This individual will support the Sport Science staff as well as other branches of the Performance, Player Development, and Baseball Operations staffs. This position is based in Arlington, TX. |
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Internship Opportunities with Stitch Fix |
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- Looking for students currently enrolled in a quantitative field, such as computer science, statistics, electrical engineering, mathematics, etc.
- Are proficient in Python and SQL but are still hungry to learn.
- Looking for graduate students or higher in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering or related field
- Have experience implementing/designing machine learning algorithms.
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Accenture - Data Science Consultant |
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Location: Midwest - Chicago, Illinois
Accenture is looking for those interested in Solving big problems using the latest tech, serious brain power, and deep knowledge of just about every industry. Accenture believes that a mix of data, analytics, automation, and responsible AI can do almost anything—spark digital metamorphoses, widen the range of what humans can do, and breathe life into smart products and services.
Please contact and send a copy of your resume to Luke Fore once your application has been submitted. |
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Career Opportunities with Promantus Inc |
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Promantus Inc., practitioners use different areas of technology and business management to create an environment of learning, innovation, and creativity for internal and customer projects. Promantus is looking for talented individuals to join their team.
Job Openings:
Scrum Master Location: Plano, Texas (Temporarily Remote) Duration: Long-term
Big data Architect (Azure Databricks) Location: Plano, Texas (Temporarily Remote) Duration: Long-term
Big Data Engineer (QA and Monitoring) Location: Plano, Texas (Temporarily Remote) Duration: Long-term
Big Data Engineer (ML Pipeline Development) Location: Plano, Texas (Temporarily Remote) Duration: Long-term
Delivery Engineer (CI/CD Experience) Location: Plano, Texas (Temporarily Remote) Duration: Long-term
JAVA Developer Location: Plano, Texas (Temporarily Remote) Duration: Long-term |
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Career Opportunity with Equitable: Broker-Dealer Metrics Reporting Analyst |
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The BD Investment Product Metrics Analyst will have a strong foundation in data analytics and database management that they will apply on behalf of an existing team of investment professionals while gaining expertise in the Broker/Dealer’s Product Offerings. |
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Career Opportunity with Labcorp: Oncology Biomedical Informatics Specialist |
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Labcorp is implementing an exciting new "big data" approach to cancer testing. Labcorp is looking for a highly motivated biocuration scientist to join their new Oncology Data Curation group.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a clinical background to learn or expand their knowledge management skills. |
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Resources for the Job/Internship Search: Resume Advice for Data Scientists |
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Chris Black, Manager for Talent Acquisition with LendingTree joined us in December of 2020 to share advice on how to craft an effective resume. This session was targeted at data science applicants.
You can rewatch the hour-long presentation here. |
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Career Opportunities with Ally Financial |
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Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) is a leading digital financial services company and a top 25 U.S. financial holding company offering financial products for consumers, businesses, automotive dealers, and corporate clients. Ally has an award-winning online bank (member FDIC), one of the largest full-service auto finance operations in the country, a complementary auto-focused insurance business, a growing digital wealth management and online brokerage platform, and a trusted corporate finance business offering capital for equity sponsors and middle-market companies. Ally Financial is looking for senior developers and architects with industry experience plus ML/NLP.
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Tax Guard - Associate Data Scientist |
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Tax Guard is revolutionizing how tax information is used by businesses to empower their confident decision making. The Data Science team designs, develops, deploys, and maintains predictive features and models using advanced statistical and machine learning methods to support Tax Guard’s suite of small business lending products.
Data Science provides customer support and expertise in the use of Tax Guard data for the small business lending industry. |
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Career Opportunities with Zoominfo |
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The mission of ZoomInfo powered by DiscoverOrg’s Global Inclusion & Diversity Initiative (GIDI) is to create a sense of belonging for all employees. GIDI takes an active role in focusing on the equity, advancement, and empowerment of underrepresented communities.
Zoominfo believes in the people who work for us, and the things that we can accomplish when we push ourselves both individually and collectively. |
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Career Opportunity with Octapharma Plasma: Data Scientist - Pricing Analytics |
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Octapharma Plasma, Inc. collects plasma to create life-saving medicines for patients worldwide. With donation centers and team members throughout the U.S, Octoapharma Plasma is growing at an impressive pace, and so is the positive impact of their work. Octapharma Plasma is looking for Data Scientists with some experience in pricing.
The position is open to HIA and DSBA graduates and students in their last term |
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Summer 2021 Internship Opportunities: Hire-A-Niner |
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