Data Scientist

Overview

The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) has a great opportunity for a Data Scientist to join our Sales and Marketing department on 18 months fixed term contract.

In this position you will play a crucial role in transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive real-world impact.

In this highly technical and analytical role, you will support the Senior Data Scientist by assisting with the delivery of data science activities. Your role, through your expertise in machine learning, applied statistics and programming, is to identify patterns, trends and craft compelling narratives that shape strategy, improve products, and unlock new opportunities. You will advise on and investigate the feasibility of data science solutions and ideas, and deliver strategic project work, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and seamless execution of data-driven initiatives.

We are looking for: 

Professional Experience:

• Demonstrable experience in data science.
• Proven track record in managing and executing both large-scale customer, commercial and/or scientific data science projects with a strong emphasis on delivering actionable insights and driving business growth.

Technical Expertise:

• Expert knowledge of machine learning and applied statistics (e.g.,regression, clustering methodologies, GLMs, decision trees s).
• Proficiency in R (tidyverse) or Python (numpy, pandas).
• Experience with SQL
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Expertise in data modelling techniques and content management systems.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and continuous delivery.

You can download the full job description here. If you are interested in this role, please apply before the closing date.  

About the RSC

The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) is working to create a future that is more open, more green, and more equal. Chemistry is at the heart of the changes that society needs, better healthcare, environmental protection, clean energy, and secure food and water for everyone.

We enable exciting progress that would otherwise be impossible; connecting people and ideas through partnerships, conferences, events and networks that span the globe. We make sure chemical scientists are educated, trained and recognised for their roles in building the future, and that scientific careers are welcoming and supportive to all. We publish scientists’ discoveries and insights so they can be used to improve our health, environment and lifestyles. And we are transforming how we share that work: creating a future where everyone, everywhere has the same potential to access and share their latest advancements.

This role is contractually based at our Cambridge office. However, we embrace flexibility at the RSC and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate and for Team meetings. Any hybrid working arrangements need to be agreed with your line manager.

Applicants should be aware that there is an expectation that employees will attend our Cambridge office around once a month.

Benefits

At the Royal Society of Chemistry, we promote a healthy work/life balance and flexible working options across the organisation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all employees including:

• 26 days paid holiday per annum
• 35-hour working week with flexible options, to be agreed with your line manager
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Paid volunteering days
• Pension plan with up to 12% employer contributions (depending upon your contribution)

Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge.

At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates.

As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who have a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.

We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@rsc.org or on +44 (0) 1223 432229 and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.

If you have any questions, please contact us at jobs@rsc.org