Data Scientist Contract Jobs in Manchester
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Lead Observability & Data Architect/Engineer (SC/DV Cleared)
Posted 5 days ago by GIOS Technology Limited
The role of Lead Observability & Data Architect/Engineer (SC/DV Cleared) involves designing and scaling critical monitor...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Hybrid - London/Reading/Birmingham/Manchester/Glasgow/Liverpool/Newcastle , UK
Lead Observability & Data Architect/Engineer (SC/DV Cleared)
Posted 5 days ago by GIOS Technology Limited
The role of Lead Observability & Data Architect/Engineer involves designing and scaling national-critical monitoring fab...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Hybrid - London/Reading/Birmingham/Manchester/Glasgow/Liverpool/Newcastle
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Head of Technology - Digital & Data Services
Posted 5 days ago by Department for Culture, Media & Sport
The Head of Technology - Digital & Data Services role at DCMS involves leading technology strategy and technical design...
- Rate £72,686 per year
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Manchester, Greater Manchester
Locum Consultant In Infection/Locum Consultant Clinical Scientist
Posted 1 week ago by Central Manchester University Hospitals...
The role of Locum Consultant in Infection/Consultant Clinical Scientist involves joining the Microbiology Department at...
- Rate £150,569 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Manchester, Greater Manchester
Oracle/SQL Database Administrator
Posted 1 week ago by eTeam Workforce Limited
The role of Oracle/SQL Database Administrator involves supporting Oracle and SQL Server databases within a secure enviro...
- Rate £429 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Manchester/Barrow - Hybrid 80% office & 20% home, UK
Voice AI Lead Architect Data Architecture - Banking
Posted 1 week ago by EUROPEAN SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS (UK) LIMITED
We are seeking a seasoned Voice AI Lead Architect with strong Data Architecture expertise to lead the design and impleme...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Manchester, UK
Voice AI Lead Architect Data Architecture - Banking
Posted 1 week ago by EUROPEAN SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS (UK) LIMITED
We are seeking a seasoned Voice AI Lead Architect with strong Data Architecture expertise to lead the design and impleme...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Manchester
Data Engineer
Posted 2 weeks ago by Indotronix Avani UK Ltd
The Data Engineer role involves designing and developing scalable data pipelines and platforms to support the Client's r...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Inside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
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About Our Data Scientist Contract Roles in Manchester
What does a data scientist contractor do?
Organisations bring in Data Scientist contractors to apply statistical analysis, machine learning, and predictive modelling techniques to extract commercially valuable insights and build data-driven capabilities within organisations. The work varies considerably depending on the engagement: some Data Scientist contracts involve building predictive models for customer churn, pricing, or fraud detection; others focus on developing recommendation engines or segmentation frameworks; others involve exploratory analysis to identify patterns in complex datasets that inform strategic decisions. Data Scientists are brought in where the permanent team lacks specific modelling expertise, where a defined analytical project requires dedicated resource, or where a product or platform needs AI and ML capabilities built into it.
The technical profile expected of Data Scientist contractors is broad and continues to evolve rapidly. Proficiency in Python is universal, alongside strong command of statistical and machine learning libraries including scikit-learn, pandas, and NumPy. Experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow is increasingly expected for roles involving computer vision, natural language processing, or generative AI applications. Strong SQL skills are assumed for data extraction and exploration. The ability to communicate findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders, design experiments with appropriate statistical rigour, and think critically about model assumptions and limitations is as important as technical capability. Contractors who combine strong modelling skills with software engineering discipline and the ability to deploy models into production are in the strongest demand and command rates at the upper end of the data contracting market.
What is the market like for data scientist contractors?
Data Scientist contracting remains a strong and active market, though the initial wave of demand that followed the data science hype cycle has matured into a more considered and outcomes-focused engagement model. Organisations are now more discerning about what they need from Data Scientists, with a growing preference for contractors who can deliver production-ready models and measurable business outcomes rather than exploratory analysis alone. The rise of large language models and generative AI has created new demand for Data Scientists who can fine-tune, evaluate, and deploy foundation models in commercial applications. Financial services, retail, healthcare, and technology companies remain the most active buyers of Data Scientist contract resource.
What is the contracting market like in Manchester?
Manchester has established itself as the strongest contractor hub outside London, supported by a diverse economy spanning financial services, technology, media, and the public sector. MediaCityUK at Salford Quays anchors a cluster of digital, creative, and broadcasting employers, while Spinningfields and the wider city centre house the financial and professional services concentration. Several major insurers and banks run significant operations from Manchester, and the technology sector has matured considerably, with both established firms and scale-ups competing for software engineering, cloud, and data contractors. The rate gap with London has narrowed over the past few years as employer competition for experienced contractors in the city has intensified, and for many disciplines Manchester now offers comparable depth of opportunity at a materially lower cost base.
How much do data scientist contractors usually earn in Manchester?
Contract rates for data scientist roles in Manchester typically range from £500 to £900 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many data scientist vacancies in Manchester are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 250 data scientist contract roles across the site, with Manchester accounting for a significant portion. Data reviewed up to June 2026.