Associate, Data Science Analyst – Global Oil Markets (Hybrid - 3/2 Work Schedule)

Castleton Commodities International LLC
London
1 year ago
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Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a domain expert for the Global Oil Data Science initiatives, collaborating closely with both the Data Science and Commercial teams.
  • Perform time series forecasting & build machine learning models for the global oil markets, leveraging historical data to predict future trends.
  • Deliver end-to-end data science solutions for users from data ingestion through to production using advanced analytics / machine learning models using both commercial tools and custom coding.
  • Apply understanding of the mathematical/statistical fundamentals behind machine learning to improve existing applications and inspire new ones.
  • Create new data ingestion pipelines and source new data sets.
  • Communicate findings and insights to stakeholders through comprehensive reports and presentations.
  • Mentor and guide junior data scientists, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.
  • Work closely with our Commercial investing teams globally to support their data needs.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • 2+ years of experience in Data Science, with a focus on Shipping, Oil & Petroleum asset classes, including crude oil and refined products.
  • Proven experience with time series forecasting and machine learning techniques, specifically in the shipping & global oil markets.
  • Strong programming skills – Python & SQL.
  • Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, etc.).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Employee Programs & Benefits:

CCI offers competitive benefits and programs to support our employees, their families and local communities. These include:

  • Competitive comprehensive medical, dental, retirement and life insurance benefits
  • Employee assistance & wellness programs
  • Parental and family leave policies
  • CCI in the Community: Each office has a Charity Committee and as a part of this program employees are allocated 2 days annually to volunteer at the selected charities.
  • Charitable contribution match program
  • Tuition assistance & reimbursement
  • Quarterly Innovation & Collaboration Awards
  • Employee discount program, including access to fitness facilities
  • Competitive paid time off
  • Continued learning opportunities

Visit https://www.cci.com/careers/life-at-cci/#to learn more!

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