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Data Scientist

ISR Recruitment
Bristol
1 week ago
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  • Data Scientist
  • Initial 6-month contract
  • £475 to £500 per day
  • Outside IR35
  • Remote Working (+ occasional site visits)


The Opportunity

ISR are supporting a major UK Government Agency seeking an experienced Data Scientist to help shape and expand their data and analytics capabilities.


You’ll play a key role in designing and delivering advanced data models, integrating new sources of information and applying modern AI and machine learning techniques to solve real-world challenges.


This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data science, analytics, and public sector transformation, helping to deliver better outcomes for the general public through data-driven insights.


NB: Candidates must be eligible for BPSS security clearance which will be processed following successful interviews (normally takes between 7 and 14 days).


Skills and Experience

  • Proven experience in data science and analytics, ideally within government or regulated sectors.
  • Strong proficiency in Python (and/or R) with deep understanding of statistical modelling and machine learning.
  • Experience with Azure Machine Learning (AML), Azure Data Factory, and the broader Azure data ecosystem (Data Lake, Synapse, Analysis Services).
  • Expertise in Natural Language Processing, clustering algorithms, text embeddings, LangChain and LLM deployment.
  • Strong knowledge of data visualisation tools such as Power BI, DAX and Power Query.
  • Experience in data pipeline automation and data governance in large-scale environments (Desirable).
  • Familiarity with modern AI frameworks and open-source toolkits (Desirable).


Role and Responsibilities

  • Design and implement data models and pipelines to support advanced analytics and reporting.
  • Apply machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), and AI models to derive meaningful insights from complex datasets.
  • Work closely with Data Engineers, Software Developers, and Analysts to build and optimise data workflows.
  • Integrate multiple data sources, ensuring data quality, consistency and alignment with government standards.
  • Support the design, validation, and continuous improvement of analytical models, contributing to long-term data strategy.


Applications:

Please call Edward here at ISR on 07436 071 872 to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?

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