Senior Data Scientist - Life Sciences (contract)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Senior Data Scientist - Life Sciences (contract)
One of our clients, a data-driven digital agency, is looking for an experienced Data Scientist.
You will be working as a data translator interfacing with pharmaceutical business teams and as a hands-on data scientist.
Requirements:
- Fluency with Python;
- Experience with ML and NLP;
- Comfortable working in an Agile environment;
- Experience with pharmaceutical projects ideal.
Contract length: 3-6 months
Start date: ASAP
Rate: £500-600
Location: Remote/UK.
This role is open to both UK and international contractors, and requires the candidate to operate as a self-employed/sole trader, limited company or work via a UK umbrella company.
To apply for this role and contact the client directly, please register a profile on YunoJuno, the platform for elite freelancers and contractors: https://bit.ly/3wuxiNB. Direct applications allow candidates to get in front of the client much quicker.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Senior Data Scientist - Life Sciences (contract) roles across YunoJuno, Elite Marketplace for Contractors's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £13 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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