⭐ Bright Outlook
Data Scientists
O*NET 15-2051.00 · SOC 15-2051
Projected Growth
+36%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$108k
per year
Annual Openings
21k
positions/year
Education Level
Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
What You'd Actually Do
- →Clean and preprocess datasets
- →Build predictive models
- →Visualize data insights
- →Present findings to stakeholders
- →Deploy models to production
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
A bachelor's degree is the standard entry point for Data Scientists roles. Related majors and internship experience during college significantly improve your chances. Many employers also value relevant certifications or project portfolios alongside the degree.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
Analytical — research labs, offices, or remote
Work Style
Independent — focused deep work with periodic team check-ins
A Day in the Life
While every role varies by employer and specialization, a typical day as a Data Scientists involves a mix of core responsibilities:
MorningClean and preprocess datasets
MiddayBuild predictive models
AfternoonVisualize data insights
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Investigative (Thinkers)7.0
Conventional (Organizers)5.4
Artistic (Creators)2.6
Realistic (Doers)2.2
Enterprising (Persuaders)1.7
Social (Helpers)1.7
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