Data Scientists

Arden University; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Data Scientist to enhance student experiences and operational efficiency through data-driven decisions. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of programming and statistics, and a passion for innovation in education. This role offers a competitive salary and the flexibility to work remotely, along with excellent employee benefits.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension plan with 7% contributions

Private medical insurance

Access to Perkbox benefits

Free Arden courses for employees

Qualifications

• Strong data literacy and translation skills among stakeholders.
• Programming proficiency with Python, R, and SQL.
• Understanding of statistics and machine learning techniques.
• Experience in data analysis for decision making.
• Ability to report on complex data sets.

Responsibilities

• Drive data improvements in student experience and outcomes.
• Apply machine learning to build innovative data products.
• Transform complex data concepts into actionable insights.
• Develop high-quality code and algorithms for integration.

Skills

Data literacy

Python

R

SQL

Descriptive statistics

Inferential statistics

Analyzing KPIs

Business value creation

Data manipulation and visualization

Machine learning algorithms

Education

Formal Data & Analytics qualification

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Job description

Overview

Salary: £38000 per annum

Employment type: Permanent

Reporting into: Principal Data Analyst

Department: Arden University – Analysis, Insights & Performance

Read the full job description and view our benefits in the Arden University career section.

This role operates primarily on a remote working arrangement that will require little to no travel to our sites. Our working model arrangements are a non-contractual benefit; an Arden work location is added to employment contracts.

About Arden University

We are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth with ambitious plans to disrupt the HE sector through our passion for innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education. There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University as we expand into new disciplines, forge worldwide partnerships, and expand our locations.

About the Department

The Analysis, Insights & Performance department at Arden University plays a vital role in driving data-driven decisions. By providing valuable insights, monitoring performance, and promoting innovation, the team supports the university's mission to enhance student outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

About the Opportunity

As a Data Scientist at Arden University, you will use your scientific expertise to drive improvements in student experience, student outcomes, and operational efficiency. You will apply machine learning and artificial intelligence to build data products that enhance decision making across the organisation. You will translate complex scientific and statistical concepts into compelling visions for organisational improvement and develop high-quality code and algorithms within Arden’s data and analytics platform, integrating them into business processes and day-to-day decision making.

About You

This is a really exciting opportunity for recent graduates or junior scientists seeking the next step in their career. You might have more experience but are looking for a change.

Essential requirements

• Proven data literacy — ability to translate among executive, business, IT and stakeholder languages.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL.
• Understanding of descriptive and inferential statistics (e.g., probability distributions, linear regression, Bayesian statistics).
• Knowledge of sampling techniques and their implications for analysis.
• Ability to analyse and report on key performance indicators across complex data sets.
• Demonstrated experience of creating business value using data & analytics.
• Experience in the full data lifecycle of collecting, analysing, and communicating data.
• Experience applying data science and statistical practices in a business context to support data-driven decision making.
• Experience with tools to analyse, manipulate and visualize datasets.
• Experience of working with and influencing business stakeholders.
• Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and data science techniques.

Desirable requirements

• Formal Data & Analytics qualification (e.g., CAP, Azure Data Engineer/Scientist Associate).
• Experience in the use of data and analytics tooling within Microsoft Azure.
• Experience of Data Science technologies within Microsoft Azure.

Why Arden

At Arden, you will be part of a passionate and dedicated team committed to removing barriers to learning and making education more accessible. We reward our people with fantastic benefits. Employees benefit from:

• 30 days holiday + bank holidays on top, and a Christmas closure.
• A generous Aviva pension plan with company contributions from 7%.
• SimplyHealth plan option.
• Private Medical Insurance coverage (where applicable).
• Access to Perkbox benefits.
• Study any Arden course for free, with a discount for family and friends.
• Additional excellent benefits.
• Our “Golden Ticket” allowing you to gift Arden education to someone special.

Our Values

Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness — these reflect Arden as an institution, a team, and individuals. If they resonate with you and you are excited to contribute as a driving, creative force in a growing business, we want to hear from you.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University as we expand into new disciplines and locations.

Closing Date: Sunday 12th October

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. To avoid missing an opportunity to apply, please submit your application as early as possible.

If you are a current Arden student or have an upcoming course with us, you are not eligible to apply for Student Experience roles due to a conflict of interest related to system access.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Arden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role. Indicate your interest on the application form to be considered under this scheme. By doing so, you consent for this information to be shared with the hiring team. For details on what qualifies as a disability under the Act, refer to the guidance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. Our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based on age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances, and we welcome applications from all groups.

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Please note that some roles may not meet the points requirement for a sponsored Skilled Worker visa. We welcome applications from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but may be eligible for a visa through an alternative route.