ICON Strategic Solutions
Data Scientist
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Data Scientist
Senior Data Scientist
Organisation: ICON plc – a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization
ICON fosters an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence and welcomes candidates to join their mission in shaping the future of clinical development.
As a Senior Data Scientist, you will work closely with one of ICON’s global pharmaceutical client firms:
"A company that values performance, recognizes merit and has a high focus on quality."
This role encourages:
- Innovation and individuality
- A thriving culture for those who aspire to throw their energy and ideas into a high-energy, recession-resistant sector
## About the Role
The Senior Data Scientist leads the development of strategic initiatives in Analytics, Reporting and Metrics, working in alignment with the broader Business Information Services strategy. Leveraging visualization tools and business intelligence platforms, key responsibilities include:
## Responsibilities
You will:
- Coordinate with functional teams to implement models and monitor outcomes.
- Develop processes and tools to monitor model performance and ensure data accuracy.
- Utilise business intelligence tools (e.g., Spotfire) for analysis and systematic review.
- Build custom data models and algorithms applied to data sets.
- Provide specialist support for:
- Development and interpretation of machine learning models.
- Provide specialist support for:
- Apply analytical and statistical methods to solve use cases collaboratively.
- Prioritise agile problem-solving using diverse data sources and tools.
- Engage with key stakeholders across the organization to identify opportunities.
- Transform company data into actionable business solutions.
- Liaise, advise and negotiate with customer groups on data/lucrative requirements.
- Propose innovative solutions for data modelling needs.
- Develop capabilities to reduce inefficiencies in routine requests.
- Ensure smoother, more structured and efficient data provision.
- Contribute to initiatives fostering faster and more effective:
- Data modelling, analysis and provisioning.
- Maintain standards ensuring systems, code, and documentation are inspection-ready.
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## Requirements & Qualifications
ICON values an analytical, customer-focused professional with a global mindset and a strong grounding in operational excellence.
To excel in this role, you must have:
- 3+ years of experience in manipulating data sets and building statistical models.
- A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Proficiency in statistical computer languages, specifically:
- Python & SQL (experience with R is a bonus).
- Positively adopt cloud and data platforms, including:
- Microsoft Azure, AWS, Snowflake, Databricks or similar, wherever applicable.
- Relevant experience in clinical data and the pharmaceutical industry (via clinical trials or pharmaceutical roles is preferable) – but not required.
- Mastery of:
- A variety of machine learning techniques (clustering, decision trees, artificial neural networks, etc.).
- Honest appraisal of their real-world advantages and drawbacks.
- Advanced statistical techniques (e.g., regression, properties of distributions, statistical tests).
- Applications of their knowledge is critical.
- A variety of machine learning techniques (clustering, decision trees, artificial neural networks, etc.).
Soft Skills & Cultural Values
ICON seeks those driven to learn continuously, master new technologies and prioritise clarity in communication.
Additionally:
- Excel in written and verbal communication to facilitate cross-functional alignment.
## Benefits
At ICON, your success is their priority. The company invests heavily in career growth through training, development, and structured support.
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Core Benefits for Employees:
- Competitive remuneration.
- A range of flexible benefits tailored to Britain’s and global colleagues:
- Annual leave entitlement.
- Health insurance options supporting employees and their families.
- Competitive retirement savings plans for long-term planning.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks), offering non-stop supportive access to a network of professionals for personal wellbeing.
- Life assurance for emotional security.
- Country-specific benefits, based on your location, including:
- Childcare vouchers
- Bike schemes
- Discounted gym memberships
- Travel pass subsidies
- Health assessments, and more.
Visit our careers site for detailed insight into all employee benefits.
Inclusion & Belonging – ICON’s Culture
ICON is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment for all.
The organisation stands against:
- Discrimination
- Harassment
- Inequality of career opportunity
They enforce equal consideration for applicants from all backgrounds.
Special Access Requests
If accommodations are needed during the recruitment process due to disability or medical conditions, applicants are encouraged to contact ICON directly for reasonable adjustments.
Opportunity Mindset
Don’t remove yourself from consideration solely due to a perceived lack of precise qualifications—underqualified or underconfident candidates are actively encouraged to apply. Your perspective might be exactly what ICON is seeking for today or within another role.
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