About the role

  • Associate Data Scientist developing data science models for water optimisation and supporting data-driven decision-making across the business. Collaborating with data scientists and analysts to create actionable insights.

Responsibilities

  • Develop Data Science Models (40%)
  • Work alongside data scientists, analysts, and subject matter experts to build statistical and predictive models
  • Carry out exploratory analysis, including data mining, univariate analysis and empirical data analysis, to understand business problems
  • Apply machine learning techniques such as linear/logistic regression, decision trees and neural networks
  • Validate models using appropriate performance and accuracy metrics
  • Turn complex data into clear, engaging insights and visualisations tailored to your audience
  • Data Engineering & Manipulation (40%)
  • Identify, clean and prepare datasets for use in data science products
  • Build reusable processes and automated checks for repeatable data preparation tasks
  • Create and maintain data pipelines for developing and testing operational data science products
  • Work closely with Enterprise Data Engineers to promote proven products into production environments
  • Grow Your Data Science Capability (20%)
  • Take responsibility for your development by staying curious, researching new data science methods, and asking the right questions
  • Learn and adopt data science norms and best practices
  • Build your capability in programming, analytics, and data products through hands-on experience and mentoring

Requirements

  • A foundational understanding of data science techniques and tools
  • Experience working with datasets, cleaning and manipulating data, and building basic models
  • Skills in Python, R or similar programming languages
  • Experience working with cloud-based data platforms such as Azure & Databricks
  • A keen eye for detail and strong problem-solving abilities
  • The ability to translate data into meaningful insights through visualisation
  • A growth mindset and an eagerness to learn from others
  • A BSc or MSc in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant work experience is required

Benefits

  • Full private healthcare with no excess
  • 26 days leave, rising with service + Bank Holidays, with the option to swap Christmas and Easter holidays for those celebrated by your religion
  • A flexible working culture
  • Competitive pension scheme – we double-match your contributions up to 6%
  • Life Assurance at eight times your salary
  • Personal Accident cover – up to 5x your salary
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Lots of great discounts
  • Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle
  • Paid time off when you’re physically and mentally unwell
  • An excellent Family Leave package – to help you support your family

Job title

Associate Data Scientist

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

£42,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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