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Data Scientist (Contract)
Location: Newport, Wales Country: UK Rate: £20 - £20.47 per hour + Hybrid Working, Flexible Working
My client are a large government organisation, they are seeking a Data Scientist on an initial 9 month contract basis (37 hours per week). The role is paying £20.47 per hour for the duration of the contract, INSIDE IR35.
LIVE SC CLEARANCE PREFFERED FOR THIS ROLE
Qualifications
PhD/Degree/MSc in a highly numerate subject (eg Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics)
Mandatory Experience
- Experience using open-source tools, such as Python, R and Git.
- Awareness of the limitations and ethics around using data from varying sources, including open data.
- Ability to design, write, and iterate code to work with data. You understand documentation, testing and version control.
- Understanding of how to design analysis to support a decision. This could include statistical techniques for modelling, hypothesis testing or time series analysis.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex analysis to non-specialists and contribute effectively to stakeholders.
- Ability to deliver outputs to tight deadlines and overcome challenges to ensure quality business outcomes.
- Able to prioritise and manage your own work and others in line with organisational objectives.
- The ability to explain and communicate your findings to a varied audience will also be essential.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo BPSS Clearance, therefore applicants must of resided in the UK for a minimum of four out of the last five years, in order to undergo this level of security check.
Posted Date: 16 May 2024
Reference: JS-BBBH53135
Employment Business: Concept Resourcing
Contact: Maria Belt