GIS Data Scientist: Spatial Analytics & ML (Glasgow)

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a GIS Data Scientist in Glasgow for a contract role focused on blending spatial analysis and advanced analytics. The successful candidate will work with large datasets, build predictive models, and provide insights that drive decision-making across the organization. Essential skills include GIS experience, proficiency in Python or R, and a solid understanding of machine-learning methodologies. Daily rates range from £650 to £750, with potential for extension beyond two months.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with GIS platforms and geospatial libraries required.
• Proficiency in Python and/or R for automation needed.
• Solid grounding in statistics and spatial analysis required.

Responsibilities

• Acquire, clean, and manage geospatial datasets from diverse sources.
• Perform spatial analysis and geoprocessing to support projects.
• Develop predictive models and machine-learning workflows.

Skills

GIS platforms (ArcGIS, QGIS)

Python and/or R for data science

Statistics

Spatial analysis

Machine-learning methodologies

Spatial databases (PostGIS, BigQuery GIS, SQL Server Spatial)

Communication of complex spatial insights

Remote sensing and raster datasets

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a GIS Data Scientist in Glasgow for a contract role focused on blending spatial analysis and advanced analytics. The successful candidate will work with large datasets, build predictive models, and provide insights that drive decision-making across the organization. Essential skills include GIS experience, proficiency in Python or R, and a solid understanding of machine-learning methodologies. Daily rates range from £650 to £750, with potential for extension beyond two months.