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Featured Associate Director Data Science – Scholarly Publishing

Senior salary + benefits + bonus

An academic and research publisher with one of the most successful track records for growth over the last ten years is looking to recruit an Associate Director Data Science to develop a data science competency throughout the organisation. The role will be responsible for directing the overall strategy of Data Science, making strategic recommendations to executive level partners and will be at the forefront of managing AI ethics.

Industry Academic Publishing

Function Business Intelligence Data

Duration Full Time

Type Permanent

Start Date ASAP

Associate Director Data Science: Key responsibilities

Establish and manage a data science competency to support future growth by leading, managing, and mentoring internal and external data science resources
Provide expertise and architectural direction to guide key data science initiatives
Lead multiple projects and participate in development, validation, and delivery of algorithms and tools
Establish and maintain a framework for the full development cycle of machine learning models and data-driven tools that drive commercial impact in business areas like marketing, pricing, demand forecasting, and search engine optimization
Develop and continually review and adapt the Data Science vision, desired future state, and Data Science strategy to provide direction for the business
Lead development of documentation and processes to better standardize the Data Science function to continually improve project delivery
Provide framework for governing AI solutions including effective management of AI ethics
Leads long-term data science strategy in collaboration with business leaders.

Associate Director Data Science: Skills/experience

Significant previous experience building data science teams at enterprise scale
Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Demonstratable experience developing and designing best practices for leading high-functioning data science teams
Experience in leading and developing teams focused on building statistical modelling, experimental set-up, data analysis, predictive model development, deployment
Ability to develop relationships and positively influence key, strategic position holders across locations and functions
Broad, deep technical knowledge and experience within data science
Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills and good attention to detail
Significant experience of planning, organizing, and leading major projects
Demonstratable experience of making independent, strategically aligned decisions in pressurized situations.

A senior salary, bonus, and benefits package is offered.

How to apply

To apply for this position, click on the Apply Now button below or send your CV to enquiries@telferpartners.com quoting the reference TP 833.

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Early applications are preferred

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