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Remote Working - UK Home-based with very occasional travel into the office
£52,737 - £66,197 (National Framework) or £58,409- £71,869 (London Framework – if you are London office based or homebased and live within the boundary of the M25)
Plus an additional allowance (paid as a separate amount to salary) of up to £7000 for exceptional candidates.
There is also an additional homeworking allowance of £581 per annum for those working from home.
Job Ref: J12946
Please note we can only accept applications from those with current UK working rights for this role, this client cannot offer visa sponsorship.
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Data Scientist with a strong background in Advanced AI (Artificial Intelligence) to lead, mentor and up skill a team of Data Scientists. Collaborating cross-functionally, the role will focus on the delivery of AI and Data Science programmes across the organisation, driving Data Quality, Data Governance and Best Practice. Proven and demonstratable experience of Python coding and cloud computing is required, coupled with excellent communication skills to problem solve and influence across all levels of the organisation. This is a leadership role and proven experience of leading a team to deliver is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery of AI and Data Science programmes across the organisation.
- Lead and develop the Data Science team.
- Champion Data Science and Advanced Statistics, providing advice on complex analytic work.
- Contribute to the development of AI and Data Science programmes to drive high-impact outcomes.
- Experience of leading a team to deliver Data Science solutions.
- Promote excellence and innovation in data science methods for measuring health and social care services, learning from best practices nationally and internationally.
- Assess the effectiveness of various statistical and data science modelling approaches and advise on best tools and methods.
- Manage competing demands within the Data & Insight unit, ensuring capacity and stakeholder expectations are balanced.
- Build and maintain internal and external relationships to deliver the AI and Data Science programmes.
- Lead and facilitate multidisciplinary teams to achieve outcomes.
- Ensure quality control and assurance of outputs.
- Stay updated on developments in data, policy, and care delivery structures.
- Promote a culture of respect, fairness, and diversity.
Skills and Experience:
- Post-graduate qualification or equivalent professional experience.
- Deep understanding of data science techniques like machine learning and NLP.
- Experience in delivering complex analytics and data science solutions.
- Expert knowledge of tools such as Python, R, and SQL.
- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
- Experience with cloud-based tools like Databricks, Azure Machine Learning, and Azure AI Foundry.
- Experience deploying data science models at scale and collaborating with architecture/engineering teams.
- Proven leadership in managing data science teams.
- Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to anticipate and resolve problems, and develop problem-solving skills in others.
- Excellent communication skills tailored to technical and non-technical audiences.
If this role sounds appealing, get in touch today to learn more! You can also refer friends or colleagues through our referral schemes, earning rewards for successful placements.
Datatech is a leading UK analytics recruitment agency and host of Women in Data UK. Visit our website for more info: www.datatech.org.uk
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