Senior Data Scientist

Role: Senior Data Scientist

Company: Pearson

Location: North Carolina, Durham/Raleigh - Hybrid

Summary:

Pearson is seeking a Senior Data Scientist for its clinical assessment wearable technology team. This individual will lead data science efforts in areas of model development and refinement, data collection and exploratory data analysis. This position is geared towards individuals who appreciate working on new, novel technologies and enjoy working with likeminded team members to carve new paths in emerging fields of wearable technology and clinical application.

Location: Raleigh/Durham, NC - Hybrid position working 4 days remote, 1 day in-office

Responsibilities:

• Work with our software and clinical teams to develop, test and refine machine learning models.

• Deploy models to cloud

• Explore and evaluate large data sets

• Assist with design of data collection exercises

• Develop novel features and applications of technology

• Solve complex problems

• Ability to work independently with little to no guidance in some situations

Qualifications - Desired Experience:

• 3 years of experience working as a data scientist

• Strong understanding of model development

• Fundamental knowledge of statistics

• Systematic problem-solving approach, coupled with strong communication skills and a sense of ownership and drive

• Experience in PyTorch, TensorFlow, SageMaker or similar platforms

• Experience in both Linux and Windows

• Familiarity with agile development software lifecycle

• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools like Git

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of psychometrics

• Experimental design

What to expect from Pearson

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We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

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Job: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

Organization: Assessment & Qualifications

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Req ID: 17997