Data Scientist

The Data Scientist is responsible for the collection; analysis and modelling
of data to support the development of new

automated applications. They will investigate and prototype solutions that
enable Keoghs to drive to growth and

efficiency through the intelligent exploitation of data.

Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities

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  Recommend statistical/machine learning tools and technologies to prototype new concepts.

  
  


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  Carry out statistical analysis including data modelling & hypothesis testing.

  
  


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  Retrieval and collection of open and closed data sources, including data processing, cleansing and

  
  

verification.

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  Where applicable, work with developers to integrate specialist third party applications.

  
  


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  Be the subject matter expert for machine learning techniques, aiding the development of solutions for real

  
  

world problems.

• Mentor and coach less experienced colleagues.

Working Hours

‎35 hours per week

Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with ‎1 unpaid hour for lunch.

Primary location for this role is Remote - Home based

Experience, Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills and Attributes:

Essential

• Strong understanding of statistics and experience of applying quantitative skills and analytical methods, such

as classifiers, regression and decision trees.

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  Experience of programming, such as with C#.

  
  


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  Proficiency with statistical analysis scripting language such as R or Python.

  
  


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  Solid understanding of ETL processes and T-SQL.

  
  


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  Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics or equivalent quantitative discipline.

  
  

Desirable

• Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics or equivalent quantitative discipline.

Required Soft Skills:

You must:

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  Be self-motivated with a strong work ethic that can work with limited supervision.

  
  


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  Have the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment, ability to think 'on their feet' and learn quickly.

  
  


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  Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, calm under pressure & sound judgement in complex

  
  

situations.

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  Be co-operative, collaborative, and work toward common goal with others.

  
  


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  Be open and inclusive approach, willing and able to interact internally and externally and at all levels within

  
  

the company.

• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas in a clear

and concise manner.

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  Have the ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively, working on multiple tasks at the same time.

  
  


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  Be competent user of IT with good working knowledge of Microsoft packages and confident in embracing

  
  

new technology.

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  Be organised, proactive and confident self-starter.

  
  


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  Show a highly committed attitude.

  
  


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  Be methodical and accurate, showing great attention to detail.

  
  


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  Demonstrate teamwork - Contributes actively to an environment in which colleagues work cooperatively with

  
  

each other.

• Demonstrate Agile - Experience of Agile Scrum methodology.

Values

Our culture is focussed on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our
people and clients, with this our five

Values are at the heart of everything we do;
Keoghs values
We listen, are down to earth and supportive
We work together towards a common goal
We're friendly with a can do attitude
We care about our clients
We evolve

Contract Type
Permanent

Area
IT

Sub Area
Client Innovation Products

Office
from home

Closing Date
‎26 Jul ‎2022