Assistant Coastal Data Scientist (Undergraduate)

Corus Consultancy; Barry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based consultancy is seeking a current undergraduate student or recent graduate for an environmental data assistant role. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing coastal data, producing reports, and collaborating with the Environment & Housing team. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and familiarity with data tools like Excel, Python, or R. This role supports essential environmental projects while offering valuable experience in data analysis.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student or recent graduate in data science, environmental science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and familiarity with data processing tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyse coastal and environmental data.
• Assist in interpreting data trends and producing reports.
• Collaborate with the Environment & Housing team.

Skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel

Familiarity with Python

Familiarity with R

Education

Current undergraduate student or recent graduate in data science or environmental science

Tools

Excel

Python

R

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyse coastal and environmental data to support ongoing projects.
• Assist in interpreting data trends and producing reports to inform environmental strategies.
• Collaborate with the Environment & Housing team to ensure accurate data management.
• Use data tools and software to model coastal processes and contribute to research outputs.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to organisational data protection policies.
• Support administrative tasks related to data organisation and project documentation.

Requirements

• Essential: Current undergraduate student (or recent graduate) in data science, environmental science, or a related field.
• Essential: Strong analytical skills and familiarity with data processing tools (e.g., Excel, Python, R, or similar).
• Essential: Ability to work collaboratively, with attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
• Must have: Eligibility to work in the UK
• Desirable: Interest in coastal or environmental data analysis and basic knowledge of statistical methods.

If interested, please submit CV and call Varsha on (phone number removed) between 9am to 5pm (Mon to Fri).