Lead Data Scientist — Education Innovation & AI

Pearson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global education company is seeking a Lead Specialist, Data Scientist, to join their Innovation Team in London. This role requires strong experience in data analysis and engineering, machine learning, and advanced Python skills. The successful candidate will drive innovation by transforming data into actionable insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and creating prototypes that illustrate the value of data-driven solutions. The ideal candidate has a passion for education and innovation, and the ability to communicate complex models effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in transforming raw data into actionable insights.
• Ability to create clear visual representations of data.
• Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Interpret data to uncover trends and patterns.
• Create prototypes to communicate findings effectively.
• Collaborate with teams to drive meaningful business actions.

Skills

Data Analysis and Data Engineering

Machine Learning concepts and techniques

Python programming skills

Statistical analysis knowledge

Design, train, and evaluate models

Prototyping skills

Front-end development (Dash/Streamlit)

Communication skills

Knowledge of Generative AI

Familiarity with RAG techniques

Passion for education and innovation

Job description

A global education company is seeking a Lead Specialist, Data Scientist, to join their Innovation Team in London. This role requires strong experience in data analysis and engineering, machine learning, and advanced Python skills. The successful candidate will drive innovation by transforming data into actionable insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and creating prototypes that illustrate the value of data-driven solutions. The ideal candidate has a passion for education and innovation, and the ability to communicate complex models effectively.