Associate Data Scientist
Posted 1 week ago by Lorien
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
London, UK
Summary: The role of Data Scientist involves applying analytical skills to real-world problems within a growing data science team. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience and be proficient in Python, contributing to data solutions and collaborating with senior practitioners. The position emphasizes hands-on work with data processing, analysis, and communication of insights. This opportunity is ideal for early-career professionals looking to develop their skills in a meaningful environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Designing and delivering data science solutions to solve business problems
- Applying statistical and analytical techniques to explore data and test hypotheses
- Writing and maintaining Python code for data processing, analysis and modelling
- Working with real-world datasets (cleaning, validation and exploration)
- Contributing to data pipelines and supporting data engineering tasks
- Collaborating with senior data scientists and engineers across multiple projects
- Communicating insights clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Supporting responsible, ethical and compliant use of data
Key Skills:
- ~2-3 years' experience in Data Science or a similar analytical role
- Strong Python skills and experience working in shared codebases
- Experience with data science/ML frameworks
- Solid understanding of data preparation, analysis and modelling
- Ability to translate data insights into practical outcomes
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Curious mindset with a willingness to learn and challenge assumptions
- Experience with Docker/containerised environments (nice to have)
- Understanding of data engineering workflows (nice to have)
- Experience working in product or engineering-led teams (nice to have)
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Industry: IT
Data Scientist
Location: London
We're looking for a Data Scientist with circa 2-3 years' experience to join a growing data science team. This is a hands-on role where you'll apply your skills to real-world problems, working alongside experienced practitioners and contributing to meaningful, production-focused work.
What you'll be doing
- Designing and delivering data science solutions to solve business problems
- Applying statistical and analytical techniques to explore data and test hypotheses
- Writing and maintaining Python code for data processing, analysis and modelling
- Working with real-world datasets (cleaning, validation and exploration)
- Contributing to data pipelines and supporting data engineering tasks
- Collaborating with senior data scientists and engineers across multiple projects
- Communicating insights clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Supporting responsible, ethical and compliant use of data
What we're looking for
Essential:
- ~2-3 years' experience in Data Science or a similar analytical role
- Strong Python skills and experience working in shared codebases
- Experience with data science/ML frameworks
- Solid understanding of data preparation, analysis and modelling
- Ability to translate data insights into practical outcomes
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Curious mindset with a willingness to learn and challenge assumptions
Nice to have:
- Experience with Docker/containerised environments
- Understanding of data engineering workflows
- Experience working in product or engineering-led teams
Why join?
- Work on real, impactful data problems (not just experimentation)
- Learn from experienced data scientists in a collaborative environment
- Exposure to varied projects and modern data practices.
If you're an early-career Data Scientist looking to develop your skills on meaningful work, apply now.
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.