Junior Data Scientist

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Location: Remote (UK-based candidates preferred)

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience Level: Junior / Entry-Level


About the Role

We’re seeking a motivated Junior Data Scientist who’s eager to turn data into meaningful insights and grow in a dynamic, collaborative environment. This fully remote role is open to candidates based in the UK. You’ll work alongside senior data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to help tackle real-world challenges through data-driven solutions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with collecting, cleaning, and preparing both structured and unstructured data
  • Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify trends, patterns, and insights
  • Build, test, and evaluate basic statistical and machine learning models
  • Develop dashboards, visualisations, and reports to clearly communicate findings
  • Support data-driven decision-making across multiple teams
  • Document processes, methodologies, and results in a clear and organised manner
  • Continuously learn and apply new data science tools, techniques, and best practices


Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field
  • 0–1 years of experience in data analysis or data science (internships included)
  • Strong foundation in Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn) or R
  • Basic understanding of statistical analysis and machine learning concepts
  • Experience working with SQL and relational databases
  • Familiarity with data visualisation tools such as Matplotlib, Seaborn, Power BI, or Tableau
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote setup


Nice to Have

  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Exposure to big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop)
  • Familiarity with version control tools (Git)
  • Personal projects, a GitHub portfolio, or Kaggle experience


What We Offer

  • Fully remote work within the UK
  • Competitive salary aligned with experience
  • Flexible working hours
  • Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
  • A supportive and collaborative team culture

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