Data Scientist

Overview

As a member of our Data Science Unit, you'll collaborate with different departments on impactful projects.

• Developing and supporting data science and AI products for our customers.
• Designing and executing applied AI research and data science projects, communicating findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Translating business problems and opportunities into data science and AI problems and solutions and proposing new projects.
• Continuously enhancing your knowledge and skills to stay ahead in this fast-evolving field.
• This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition.
• Submission of an application with your CV, cover letter, and responses to a set of twelve role-related questions
• First stage:
  Psychometric testing
• First interview (Technical), conducted virtually
• On-site practical task at Cambridge University Press & Assessment, followed by a second face-to-face interview for those who advance past the first technical interview

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.

• A relevant MSc degree or equivalent experience
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• A passion for learning and developing deep expertise
• Proficiency in a programming language like Python, R or SAS
• Experience in data analysis, machine learning, handling large data sets, and using industry-standard tools and technology
• Some familiarity with Natural Language Processing, Large Language Models or generative AI desirable but will be developed on-the-job.

Are you ready to be part of an organisation that transforms lives and futures worldwide? Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. We are committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together.

We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics.

• Innovative Environment:
  Your curiosity and creativity are encouraged. Experiment, innovate, and bring your ideas to life!
• Collaborative Team:
  Work alongside a diverse and supportive team of data scientists from various backgrounds.
• World-Class Organisation:
  Join a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, a proud part of the University of Cambridge.

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Group personal pension scheme
• Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
• Green travel schemes