2 days ago
Data Science Specialist
North Star Staffing
Hybrid
Contractor
$187,200
Hybrid
Job Overview
Job TitleData Science Specialist
Job TypeContractor
CategoryCommerce
Experience5 Years
DegreeMaster
Offered Salary$187,200
LocationHybrid
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Job Description
Job Summary
North Star Staffing is seeking an experienced Data Science Specialist to support AI model improvement through in-depth dataset analysis, statistical modeling, and performance evaluation. This 100% remote contract position offers flexibility, competitive hourly rates, and exposure to cutting-edge AI research.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze datasets to extract insights informing AI model design and refinement.
- Develop statistical models, machine learning techniques, and evaluation frameworks.
- Conduct performance assessments and data quality reviews on model outputs.
- Build reusable tools for data processing, visualization, and standardized reporting.
Essential Qualifications
- 3+ years experience in data science, machine learning, or analytical roles.
- Strong Python proficiency with pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn libraries.
- Experience with large-scale data environments and version control workflows.
- Advanced statistical analysis, experimental design, and model validation skills.
Project Benefits
- Fully remote with self-managed scheduling (10+ hours/week commitment).
- Exposure to cutting-edge AI research and experimentation.
- Competitive hourly rates reflecting expertise level.
- Weekly international payments with no client data confidentiality requirements.
Ideal Background
- Data scientists with production ML experience.
- Analysts skilled in experimental design and A/B testing.
- Professionals comfortable with large-scale data processing pipelines.
- Technical team collaborators with clear written communication.
Key skills/competency
- Data Analysis
- Statistical Modeling
- Machine Learning
- AI Model Improvement
- Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn)
- Data Quality
- Performance Evaluation
- Experimental Design
- Version Control
- Data Visualization
How to Get Hired at North Star Staffing
- Research North Star Staffing's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 3+ years in data science, Python proficiency, and experience with AI model improvement relevant to the Data Science Specialist role.
- Showcase your portfolio: Demonstrate projects involving statistical modeling, machine learning, and large-scale data processing.
- Master technical skills: Prepare for questions on Python (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn), statistical analysis, experimental design, and model validation.
- Prepare for remote collaboration: Emphasize strong communication and self-management skills for a global remote contract.
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06Can a Data Science Specialist contribute to the development of new AI models, or is the focus solely on improvement?
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