ICON plc
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Senior Data Scientist

ICON plc · Dublin, D, IE · $80k

Actively hiring Posted about 1 month ago

Senior Data Scientist

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development

As a Senior Data Scientist at ICON Plc, you will leverage advanced analytical techniques and machine learning models to derive actionable insights from complex data sets.

What You Will Do:

Your experience in process improvement and operational excellence will be key in delivering high-quality outcomes and mentoring colleagues.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and implementing advanced data models and algorithms to solve complex business problems and drive strategic insights.
  • Conducting in-depth analyses of large and diverse data sets to uncover patterns, trends, and correlations that inform decision-making.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business needs, translate them into analytical solutions, and communicate findings effectively.
  • Developing and deploying machine learning models and statistical techniques to enhance predictive capabilities and optimize business processes.
  • Providing thought leadership on data science best practices and emerging technologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Your Profile:

You will have a strong foundation in process improvement and operational excellence, with the experience to work independently and guide others.

Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related discipline
  • Extensive experience in data science, with a strong track record of developing and implementing complex models and analyses.
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis, machine learning techniques, and data visualization tools, with expertise in programming languages such as Python or R.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex data insights clearly and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization.

What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

  • Various annual leave entitlements
  • A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
  • Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
  • Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
  • Life assurance
  • Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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