Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Data Scientists utilise scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from data.

A Data Scientist with use a variety of technical applications and methods to analyse high volume data sets. Using a combination of data analytics platforms, algorithms, and machine learning a data scientist will analyse one or more large data sets to produce both insights and answers to the questions posed by businesses and organisations. Once they have discovered a pattern or conclusion, they’ll produce a report or visualisation to demonstrate their findings.

Working as part of a larger programme team a Data Scientist will work to answer, often complex, questions using qualitative data.

Key skills

Data Scientists need to be highly analytical with a strong attention to detail. They’re required to have a high level of critical thinking skills alongside the ability to think strategically and problem solve. They often need to present their findings as a presentation so strong written communication skills are essential.

There are a number of technical skills needed to succeed as a Data Scientist but the ability to use data visualisation and analytics platforms are a key requirement. An understanding or, or the ability to use, machine learning or artificial intelligence as well as data mining programmes would also be a beneficial skill in this role.

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Data Scientist FAQs

What progression opportunities are available from a data scientist role?

Starting from a data scientist role there are a number of routes to progress your career including moving into more technical data architect roles or progressing into managing data teams.

What is the average salary for a data scientist in the region?

The average data scientist salary in the North East in 2022 was £51,800.

Do I need a degree for a data scientist role?

If you're currently studying a degree in a relevant subject (such as computer science or data science) then that will give you a great starting point however if your degree is in a different discipline or you haven't studied a degree at all then there are still great opportunities to start your career as a data scientist including bootcamps and shorter training programmes.

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