Data Scientist

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Data Scientist to join our dynamic analytics team in Manchester. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of data science methodologies. This role will involve utilising statistical analysis and machine learning to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets.

Responsibilities

• Design experimental and predictive models to support business objectives.
• Evaluate data sources and recommend methods for data collection.
• Mentor junior data analysts and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Engage with external partners to leverage additional data sources.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning within the data team.
• Contribute to community and industry discussions about data science best practices.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
• Master's degree in Data Science is preferred

Experience

• 4+ years of experience in data analytics or data science roles

Technical Skills

• R
• Hadoop

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving
• Adaptability

Certifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate
• IBM Data Science Professional Certificate

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Experience in Natural Language Processing: Knowledge and application of NLP techniques for text data analysis.
• Web Scraping Skills: Ability to gather and preprocess data from various web sources.

Benefits

• Health and wellness programmes
• Professional development opportunities
• Retirement plans with company match
• Team-building activities and events

Company Culture

• Innovation: We encourage innovative thinking and welcome ideas from all team members.
• Professional Growth: We provide opportunities for personal and professional development through training and mentorship.
• Respect and Integrity: Our team values respect and integrity, creating a supportive work environment.