Data Science Specialist
North Star Staffing
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Job Description
Data Science Specialist
Experienced Data Science Specialists at North Star Staffing play a crucial role in supporting AI model improvement through meticulous dataset analysis, advanced statistical modeling, and comprehensive performance evaluation. This flexible, remote contract position is ideal for professionals who can apply 3+ years of analytical expertise to research initiatives aimed at enhancing intelligent system capabilities.
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.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified data science professionals are considered regardless of protected characteristics. Selection is based purely on technical expertise and analytical capabilities.
Key skills/competency
- Dataset Analysis
- Statistical Modeling
- Machine Learning
- AI Model Improvement
- Performance Evaluation
- Python
- Pandas
- NumPy
- Scikit-learn
- Version Control
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: Customize your Data Science Specialist resume to highlight experience in AI model improvement, statistical modeling, and Python skills.
- Showcase analytical expertise: Prepare a portfolio or project examples demonstrating your experience with large-scale data, experimental design, and model validation.
- Practice technical interviews: Be ready to discuss your proficiency in Python, pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, and machine learning techniques.
- Emphasize remote collaboration: Highlight your ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and communicate clearly in a fully remote, global environment.
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