Job description
The Associate Data Taxonomist at Lightcast is responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive taxonomy for labor market data assets. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to analyze labor market data, identify patterns, and develop a standardized set of terms and classifications to ensure consistency across the organization. The Associate Data Taxonomist will also be responsible for implementing and maintaining a governance framework to ensure ongoing data quality and accuracy.
Major Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive taxonomy for labor market data assets, including job titles, skills, education requirements, and industry classifications
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand their labor market data needs and ensure that the taxonomy is aligned with business requirements
- Analyze labor market data to identify patterns and develop standardized terms and classifications
- Implement and maintain a governance framework to ensure ongoing labor market data quality and accuracy
- Collaborate with data engineers and architects to ensure that the taxonomy is incorporated into data models and databases
- Participate in labor market data integration and migration projects to ensure that the taxonomy is maintained throughout the process
- Monitor industry trends and best practices related to labor market data taxonomy and governance
Skills/Abilities:
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with data modeling and database design principles
- Knowledge of labor market data taxonomies and ontologies (e.g., O*NET, ESCO, ONET-SOC)
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Science, Library Science)
- 1+ years of experience in labor market data management or related field
About Lightcast:
Lightcast is a global leader in labor market insights with headquarters in Moscow (ID) and Boston (MA) and offices in the United Kingdom, Europe, and India. We work with partners across six continents to help drive economic prosperity and mobility by providing the insights needed to build and develop our people, our institutions and companies, and our communities.
Lightcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Lightcast has always been, and always will be, committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We seek dynamic professionals from all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.
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