About the role
The Junior Data Scientist will be part of a team responsible for using critical thinking and data science techniques to support a wide range of customer outputs, including data product development, live data services, data consultancy, marketing optimisation, digital behaviour analysis and recommendation. The Data Scientist will leverage the power of statistical analysis and machine learning to maximise the value of UCAS’ data asset.
Led by the Data Science Team Lead you will support the delivery of products, services and analysis to time, cost, and quality. You will champion excellence and professionalism in Data Science and have the customer focus and curiosity to use data in new and exciting applications, while communicating this clearly externally and with a wider audience within the business.
This role is a 12 month fixed term contract
Key accountabilities:
· Explore existing and new data sets, and use a range of techniques including data visualisation, statistical analysis, unsupervised and supervised machine learning, and an enquiring mindset to derive valuable insights from data and communicate these effectively internally and externally.
· To deliver high value analytical products and services to time and quality.
· Support live products in running effectively and consistently, while continually looking forward to their continuous improvement
· Engage with data scientists across the business
For more info please see attached role profile
Skills, qualifications, and experience
· A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a numerate discipline, or an apprenticeship in Data Science or similar discipline with appropriate work experience.
· A high level of interest in Data Science and a capacity and willingness to learn is essential.
· A collaborative nature and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
· A natural curiosity and drive to find things out that really matter from data.
· Commercially aware and user focussed.
· A high level of numerate, analytical, and logical thinking.
· Experience of data visualisation tools is desirable.
Package
Salary up to £30,000
• Purpose-driven work in a charity-led organisation connecting people to education and opportunity
• Internal training, mentoring, and access to industry-recognised certifications through our development academies
• Hybrid working model built on trust and flexibility, with a 35-hour week and flexible contracts
• 30 days annual leave, 3 concessionary days over Christmas, bank holidays, and the option to purchase additional leave
• Everyday wellbeing support through Perkbox, offering discounts and wellness tools
• Onsite facilities including a subsidised gym, café, and free parking at our Cheltenham office
• Inclusive culture supported by employee networks, wellbeing champions, and Mental Health First Aiders
• Recognition and reward through our quarterly employee scheme and an ex-gratia bonus for going above and beyond
Studies have shown that some groups of people are less likely to apply to a role unless they tick every box. At UCAS we recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to delivering a fair and equitable recruitment process where applicants have an equal opportunity to demonstrate their skills. So, if you are interested in this vacancy, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please apply.
If you have any questions and would like to find out more about the role before applying please email the Talent Acquisition team via careers@ucas.ac.uk.
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