Senior Data Scientist | Drive Innovation Through Data | Remote Working Available

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Department: _nology UK

Workplace: remote

Employment Type: full

Description

Senior Data Scientist | Drive Innovation Through Data | Remote Working Available

Level: Mid-Level
Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience in a Data Scientist or similar analytical role

About the Role

We're partnering with an organisation delivering impactful healthcare programmes and are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to help shape data-driven decision-making across the business.

This is an exciting opportunity for a data professional who enjoys transforming complex datasets into meaningful insights that drive real-world outcomes. You'll work with key stakeholders across programmes and leadership teams, providing analytical expertise that supports strategic decisions and improves service delivery.

As a member of the team, you'll ensure high-quality analytical delivery while helping to develop analytical capability and best practices across the organisation.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you'll be responsible for:

• Leading complex data analysis to generate actionable insights and support strategic decision-making
• Applying advanced statistical techniques including hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and time-series modelling
• Developing and optimising advanced SQL queries to analyse large and complex datasets
• Using Python for data wrangling, analysis, modelling, and automation
• Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities through the analysis of healthcare and operational data
• Creating compelling visualisations and reports to communicate findings to a range of audiences
• Working closely with stakeholders to understand business challenges and translate them into analytical solutions
• Influencing decision-making through evidence-based recommendations and strategic insight
• Leading analytical projects and ensuring delivery against agreed objectives and timelines
• Supporting and mentoring colleagues to encourage continuous learning and development
• Ensuring analytical outputs meet quality assurance and governance standards
• Driving continuous improvement in analytical methodologies, tools, and best practices

Requirements

Essential Requirements

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Data Scientist or in a similar analytics-focused role
• Strong expertise in advanced analytics and statistical techniques
• Advanced SQL development skills
• Advanced Python skills, including data wrangling and analysis
• Experience analysing and interpreting complex datasets
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities
• Experience presenting complex findings in a clear and engaging way
• Experience leading projects, workstreams, or analytical initiatives
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Desirable (Not Required)

These aren't essential, but they're a bonus:

• Experience using data visualisation tools such as Power BI
• Understanding of data governance, quality assurance, and analytical best practice frameworks
• Experience delivering insights within complex programme or transformation environments

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: With a range of benefits, complemented by ongoing training, mentorship, and career progression opportunities within a collaborative team environment.
• Career growth: Work on real client projects and build a strong foundation for your future.
• Collaborative culture: Be part of a team that values learning and innovation.
• Upskilling opportunities: Access to training programs to boost your technical skills.
• Dedicated support: A manager onsite and ongoing mentoring from _nology.

Apply Today!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and grow with the support of _nology and a dedicated team, submit your application now. We look forward to hearing from you!