OverviewSalary: £38000 per annumEmployment type: PermanentReporting into: Principal Data AnalystDepartment: Full job description and benefits information are available (remove links in final).This role operates primarily on a remote working arrangement with little to no travel into our sites. The work location is noted in employment contracts.About Arden UniversityWe are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth with ambitions to disrupt the HE sector through innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education. There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University as we expand into new disciplines, partnerships, and locations.About the OpportunityAs a Data Scientist at Arden University, you will use scientific expertise to drive improvements in student experience, outcomes, and operational efficiency. You will apply machine learning and artificial intelligence to build data products that enhance decision making. You will translate complex statistical techniques into clear visions for organisational improvement and develop high-quality code and algorithms within Arden’s data and analytics platform. You will integrate them into business processes and day-to-day decision making.About YouThis is an exciting opportunity for recent graduates or junior scientists seeking the next step in their career, or for individuals with more experience looking for a change.Essential requirements:Proven data literacy, including the ability to translate among the languages of executives, business, IT, and stakeholders.Experience with programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL.Understanding of descriptive and inferential statistics (e.g., probability distributions, linear regression, Bayesian statistics).Knowledge of sampling techniques and their implications for analysis.Ability to analyze and report on key performance indicators across complex datasets.Demonstrated experience creating business value using data & analytics.Experience across the full data lifecycle of collecting, analysing, and communicating data.Experience applying data science and statistical practices to support data-driven decision making.Experience with tools to analyse, manipulate and visualize datasets.Experience working with and influencing business stakeholders.Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and data science techniques.Desirable requirements:Formal Data & Analytics qualification (e.g., CAP, Azure Data Engineer/Scientist Associate).Experience with data and analytics tooling within Microsoft Azure.Experience of Data Science technologies within Microsoft Azure.Why ArdenAt Arden, you will be part of a passionate team committed to removing barriers to learning and making education more accessible. We reward our people with comprehensive benefits. Employees benefit from:30 days holiday + bank holidays on top, plus Christmas closure.Generous Aviva pension plan with company contributions starting from 7%.SimplyHealth plan option.Private Medical Insurance (applies to certain roles).Access to Perkbox benefits.Study any Arden course for free, with a discount for family and friends.Plus other excellent benefits."Golden Ticket" allowing you to gift Arden education to someone in your life.Our ValuesStand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness. If these reflect you and you are excited to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you.There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University as we expand into new disciplines and locations.Closing Date: Sunday 12th OctoberWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received or business needs require. Please submit your application as early as possible.If you are a current Arden student or have an upcoming course with us, you are not eligible to apply for Student Experience roles due to a conflict of interest related to system access.Equity, Diversity & InclusionArden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role. You may indicate this on the application form and consent to sharing with the hiring team. For more details, refer to the Disability Equality Act 2010 guidance.As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. Recruitment and selection processes do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We actively welcome applications from all groups.Sponsorship statement: Some roles may not meet the points requirement for a sponsored Skilled Worker visa, but we welcome applications from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK and may be eligible for an alternative route. #J-18808-Ljbffr