Data Science Lead

1 week ago

Teddington, Greater London, United Kingdom Department for Business and Trade Full time
Job Title: Data Science Lead

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Science Lead to join our dynamic team at the Department for Business and Trade. As a key member of our Data Analysis and Evidence Strategy Team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of product safety in the UK.

About the Role

The Data Science Lead will be responsible for leading the charge in utilising data science to pinpoint and mitigate product safety hazards. You will spearhead pilot projects to determine the most valuable applications of data science within the organisation, then scale successful initiatives into full production.

Key Responsibilities
  • Identify and seize data science opportunities to significantly improve OPSS's operations.
  • Lead data science projects from initial conception to successful implementation.
  • Resolve complex data challenges, including analysing messy and free-text data and building models to uncover hidden patterns.
  • Streamline processes involving data comprehension, boosting efficiency and accuracy.
  • Masterfully manage project tasks, allocating resources strategically, and forging strong connections with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Co-lead the Data Science Team, supervising two data scientists and delegating tasks for your projects.
  • Ensure quality and excellence in your team's work by implementing rigorous quality assurance measures and championing coding best practices.
  • Disseminate insights with impact, sharing your team's findings throughout the organisation to foster positive change.
  • Present analysis to senior leaders with clarity and conviction, develop informative dashboards, and empower the organisation to understand the transformative power of data science and AI.
  • Stay ahead of the curve by staying informed about the latest developments in your field, actively engaging and networking with analysts across DBT and beyond.
Requirements
  • Natural curiosity and a commitment to broadening both personal and communal data science understanding.
  • Technical proficiency in using data science techniques and coding languages such as R or Python.
  • Data mastery, proficient in extracting, cleansing, processing, visualising, and analysing data.
  • Leadership skills, demonstrated leadership in guiding a team to deliver successful analytical coding projects and solutions.
  • Communication skills, aptitude for communicating analytical insights to a varied audience of both technical and non-technical backgrounds.
  • Membership or eligibility to join the Government Operational Research Service, Government Statistics Service, Government Social Research Service, or Government Economic Service.
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £53,560, plus a contribution towards your Civil Service Pension scheme. You will also enjoy a range of benefits, including flexible working, generous leave, family-friendly policies, and a commitment to your learning and development.

We are an inclusive employer, committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnic minorities, people with a disability, and people with gender diverse identities.

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