Senior Data Scientist (Contract)

MCS Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Belfast is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead high-impact analytical projects in emergency and urgent care services. This hands-on role involves advanced modelling, machine learning, and providing insights for strategic decision-making. candidates should have expertise in SQL, Python, or R, as well as a strong communication skill set to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong background in SQL, Python and/or R.
• Expertise in advanced analytics, machine learning, and data visualisation.
• Experience analysing large, complex datasets.

Responsibilities

• Build and deliver advanced statistical, predictive, and simulation models.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Lead projects, manage analysts, and set technical standards.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Advanced analytics

Machine learning

Data visualisation

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant analytical field

Tools

Power BI

Project management methodologies (PRINCE2, Six Sigma)

Job description

Overview

Senior Data Scientist | Belfast | 53,000 | Contract

We’re seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead high-impact analytical projects shaping the future of emergency and urgent care services in Northern Ireland. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining advanced modelling, forecasting, and machine learning with clear, evidence-based insights that directly influence strategic decision-making.

What you'll do

• Build and deliver advanced statistical, predictive, and simulation models.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Lead projects, manage analysts, and set technical standards across the team.
• Develop innovative forecasting and planning systems to support service transformation.
• Collaborate with academic, clinical, and operational partners to validate methodologies and drive continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for

• Strong background in SQL, Python and/or R, with proven expertise in advanced analytics, machine learning, and data visualisation.
• Experience analysing large, complex, and sometimes conflicting datasets to inform decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to lead projects and, ideally, line manage or mentor team members.
• Degree educated (or equivalent experience) in a relevant analytical field.

Desirable

Experience with Power BI, programme/project management (PRINCE2, Six Sigma, etc.), and prior line management responsibilities.

Opportunity and next steps

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Data Scientist to step into a senior role with direct influence on strategy, transformation, and the use of data to deliver real-world impact across Northern Ireland.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please contact Jess Ritchie, IT Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group 028 95685491 or click the apply button below.

If this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group www.mcsgroup.jobs to view a wide selection of our current jobs or give us a call 028 9023 5456.

All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation. If you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.