Senior Data Scientist II

RELX INC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global information-based analytics provider is seeking a Senior Data Scientist II in Ontario, Toronto. This role involves leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to extract insights from complex data sets, collaborating with teams to drive data-driven decisions. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s or doctorate in a related field, strong programming skills in Python or R, and excellent communication abilities. The company promotes a healthy work/life balance and offers various benefits including health plans and educational assistance. This is an opportunity to contribute to innovative data science solutions while working flexibly.

Benefits

Health plan benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Benefits

Educational Assistance

Paid Vacation

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctorate in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field required.
• Excellent communication skills to convey information clearly.
• Extensive experience in data science and machine learning.

Responsibilities

• Building models, performing analytics, and creating AI features.
• Developing and implementing machine learning algorithms.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to leverage company data.

Skills

Data science

Machine learning

Statistical modeling

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Master’s or doctorate in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics or related field

Tools

Python

R

Job description

Senior Data Scientist II

Are you looking to develop your Data Scientist career?

Do you enjoy being part of a team that works with a diverse range of products /technology?

About our Team

LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX (https://www.relx.com/), a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. Our company has been a long-time leader in deploying AI and advanced technologies to the legal market to improve productivity and transform the overall business and practice of law, deploying ethical and powerful generative AI solutions with a flexible, multi-model approach that prioritizes using the best model from today’s top model creators for each individual legal use case.

About the Role

The Senior Data Scientist II will leverage advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to extract insights from complex data sets. They will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive data‑driven decision‑making and contribute to innovative solutions in data science.

Responsibilities

• Building models, performing analytics, and creating AI features
• Developing and implementing advanced machine learning algorithms to solve complex business problems
• Collaborating with stakeholders to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions
• Providing technical expertise in statistical analysis, data mining, and data visualization
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of data science processes and methodologies
• Leading the development and deployment of predictive models and algorithms

Requirements

• Have a Master’s or doctorate in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to convey information clearly to a wide audience
• Be a natural problem solver and able to take a lead in collaborating to resolve issues
• Have experience in leading complex projects and customer relationships
• Possess extensive experience in data science, machine learning, and statistical modeling, demonstrating a deep understanding and proficiency in these areas
• Possess advanced programming skills in Python, R, or other relevant languages for data analysis

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long‑term goals.

• Working flexible hours – flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

• Health plan benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Benefits
• Various Leave Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice

About the Business

LexisNexis Legal & Professional® provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision‑making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services.

LexisNexis, a division of RELX, is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: https://forms.office.com/r/eVgFxjLmAK , or please contact 1‑855‑833‑5120.

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RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.

Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.

Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.