Applied Research Mathematician

RESPONSIBILITIES Newly-hired mathematicians and mathematical statisticians begin their careers in the Mathematics Development Program (MDP). The goal of the three-year MDP is to provide on-the-job training in the broad range of mathematical and statistical sciences at NSA. This is primarily accomplished through 6-month tours in NSA offices of the MDP participant's choosing. Mentorship is provided for each tour and participants work on real mission problems. MDP members also study cryptologic mathematics, statistical data mining, and related subjects in courses taught by Agency experts. Participants are required to develop skills in programming and using computational resources to solve mission problems. Various short-term and long-term travel opportunities exist for interested participants but are not required.MDP members are able to take advantage of other professional development opportunities available at NSA as well. This includes continuing education opportunities and optional Agency courses in everything from professional communication to goal setting to machine learning. Career mentorship and participation in professional networks such as WIMS (Women in the Mathematical Sciences) are strongly supported. A healthy work-life balance is encouraged and resources including maternity/paternity leave, counseling services, and financial coaching are available for all employees.Through the MDP, participants are rooted in the Agency community of mathematicians and mathematical statisticians. They are given the opportunity to explore a wide variety of problem sets and at the end of the program, graduates choose their first assignment from any open positions at the Agency. SKILLS Candidates must possess:- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills- Desire for continual learning- Ability to work effectively both independently and within diverse teamsKnowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas is desired but not required. - Programming expertise in any language- Experience in the design, development, use, and evaluation of mathematical models, methods and/or techniques (e.g., algorithm development)The timeline for hiring mathematicians is quite long, commonly one to two years. We recommend applying early as start dates can often fle