13 of 13 Contract Data Scientist Jobs in the South East

Senior Data Scientist Hybrid: Once per week into London We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist to provide oversight and hands-on expertise for the build of an AI Agent within an automated insurance workflow . The project involves prompt engineering of LLMs, API development and integration , and deploying solutions in line with a defined solution … design. The successful contractor will also provide day-to-day oversight and mentorship to a junior Data Scientist on the project.Role & Responsibilities The Senior Data Scientist will be responsible for: Designing, building, and deploying AI Agent solutions within an insurance workflow. Developing and refining prompt engineering approaches for large language models (LLMs). Building, testing, and … integrating API calls to meet solution design specifications. Deploying containerised applications in Azure (or other cloud environments) . Providing technical leadership, support, and oversight to a junior Data Scientist . Collaborating with solution architects, developers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration. Preparing performance evaluation reports and recommendations for next-phase development. Skills & Experience Essential: Strong expertise in Python More ❯

Senior Data Scientist – AI Agents Location: Hybrid, 1 day per week in London Contract: Outside IR35We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist with proven experience in the design, deployment, and testing of AI Agent solutions . This role is central to a project building and integrating AI-powered agents into an automated insurance workflow, with … from shaping how LLMs are applied, through to coding integrations and ensuring robust deployment into a cloud environment. Alongside delivery, you will provide guidance and oversight to a junior Data Scientist contributing to the build.Key Responsibilities Lead the design and architecture of AI Agent solutions , ensuring they align to integration specifications. Build, refine, and test prompt engineering methods … into live workflows. Deploy containerised applications into Azure (or another major cloud). Define and run testing and evaluation frameworks to measure agent performance. Mentor and support a junior Data Scientist, ensuring high standards of delivery. Collaborate with architects, engineers, and business teams to embed solutions effectively. Produce clear reporting on outcomes and outline recommendations for scaling. Required More ❯

Data Scientist - NHS | Oracle/PL/SQL Remote | 6-Month Contract | £400/day | Inside IR35 Overview We're hiring a Data Scientist to support a high-impact NHS programme focused on bowel services. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience in Oracle Database , PL/SQL , and NHS data environments, who … can deliver actionable insights to improve service performance and patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities Analyse NHS service data to define and measure performance outcomes. Develop and optimise queries using Oracle DB and PL/SQL . Apply statistical and analytical techniques to assess service delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to define KPIs and reporting requirements. Build and validate data models … to support decision-making. Present insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Essential Skills Proven experience with Oracle Database and PL/SQL . Strong background in data science , analytics , or performance analysis . Experience working with NHS data or within NHS programmes. Proficiency in data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar). More ❯

Data Scientist - GCP 500- 550 per day (Inside IR35) 2 Days Onsite - Isleworth, West London 6-Month Contract (Extendable) 83zero are partnered with a global leader in media and broadcasting, looking for an experienced Data Scientist to support a business-critical project. You'll be joining a collaborative team of data scientists and engineers to … build and refine machine learning models that deliver genuine commercial impact. What You'll Be Doing: Work closely with fellow data scientists to explore how AI/ML can unlock insights and improve decision-making. Perform advanced analysis on large, complex datasets using statistical and modelling techniques. Build, test, and tune ML models (especially NLP or computer vision) using … modern ML libraries, all within Google Cloud Platform (GCP) . Optimise models for accuracy and performance, ready for product integration. Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in data science and AI to drive innovation. Present insights, results, and model performance clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Ensure your workflows are reproducible and well-documented, including More ❯

Data Scientist - Bayesian, Python, Pymc Leading pharmaceutical client now requires a Senior Data Scientist to drive marketing effectiveness via marketing mix modelling and other models. This role will oversee data collection, extraction, manipulation, analysis and validation ensuring data is ready for modelling. You will work closely with the Data Science team to build … Regression based models in an MMM context. Strong understanding of statistical modelling/Machine Learning techniques. Experience with probabilistic programming and Bayesian methods Good working knowledge of cloud-based data science frameworks. Rate: £688 per day Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months Location: Hybrid 1 day per week in office near London More ❯

About the Role: We're looking for a driven and skilled Data Scientist with a background in geostatistics or geology-or a Geologist with data science expertise-to join a team that builds innovative software solutions for the mining and geological sectors. In this role, you'll turn complex geological and operational data into actionable insights … that improve decision-making and operational outcomes. Job Title: Data Scientist/Geologist with Data Science Experience Location: London, Greater London (3 DAYS ONSITE) Contract: 6-month initial contract Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with product owners, developers, and domain experts to embed data science into software tools. Analyze geological and mining data to extract patterns and … generate insights. Combine drilling data with traditional rock properties to enhance subsurface understanding. Apply machine learning algorithms to geological datasets. Support data-driven decision-making in geological and mining operations. Leverage spatial data analysis to improve geological interpretations. What We're Looking For: Proven experience in data science with a focus on geology or geostatistics. Strong More ❯

Contract Data Scientist - Food Delivery | £400/day | London | 3-6 Months Join one of the UK's leading food delivery platforms as a Contract Data Scientist , where you'll play a key role in shaping data-driven decisions across logistics, customer experience, and product innovation. This is a hands-on opportunity to work with … insights. Contribute to AI-driven initiatives, such as chatbots or recommendation engines. Communicate findings clearly to stakeholders and influence strategic decisions. What We're Looking For: Proven experience in data science or data engineering roles, ideally within consumer tech, logistics, or e-commerce. Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and machine learning frameworks. Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS More ❯

Job Title: Data Scientist We're looking for a sharp, strategic Data Scientist to lead the development of scientific standards for evaluating competitor data-especially market share insights. You'll design methods to improve reliability, support senior leaders with actionable intelligence, and mentor colleagues across projects and domains. What you'll do:* Build models to … assess and replace costly market share data sources* Advise teams and elevate data capabilities across the business* Drive competitor insight strategies for high-impact decision-makingKey skills: Python, SQL, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Market Research, Big Data, Operations Research Hybrid: London 2 days Day Rate: Outside Please send me your CV to More ❯

AI Data scientist - Python & Azure We are seeking a Data Scientist to join our Data & AI team, supporting internal service delivery transformation projects across Tax and Legal. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in Python and Azure, and a passion for building innovative generative AI solutions to solve complex business challenges.IR … RAG, and agentic systems. Develop LLM-assisted frameworks and contribute to scalable AI architectures. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. Implement testing pipelines and evaluation frameworks. Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and domain experts to deliver high-impact solutions. Essential Skills Expert-level Python programming with libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, LangChain, LlamaIndex, and Azure … quality control. Familiarity with software engineering best practices including version control, testing, and deployment. Desirable Skills Experience building optimized AI workflows. Deep understanding of Microsoft Azure AI services. Strong data analytics and visualization skills (Excel, Alteryx). Awareness of Responsible AI principles. This is a collaborative role within a cross-functional team, offering the opportunity to work on impactful More ❯

Data Scientist/Developer We are currently recruiting for a Data Scientist with langchain experience to join one of our Insurance clients on a 6-month contract. Inside IR35 Hybrid- 1 day a week onsite Required: Experience working in Python for data manipulation, analysis, and machine learning. Knowledge of vector database/indexes Skills in … data pipeline creation, ETL processes, and working with large datasets. Experience working with Microsoft Azure services, including Azure Machine Learning, Azure Search Index, Azure Data Factory and Azure Open AI Knowledge of the core concepts of Gen AI, RAG data pipelines experience Experience working with Lang chain Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting More ❯

Contract Data Scientist - London - £700/pd Please note - this role will require you to be on-site in London 2-3 days per week. You must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK to be eligible for this role. Overview: We're hiring a Data Scientist for a leading organisation in London, offering … a 6-month contract at £700/day (Inside IR35) . This hybrid role requires 2 days per week on-site and focuses on delivering advanced AI and data science solutions using cutting-edge technologies. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement machine learning models to solve complex business problems. Develop and deploy AI models using Python and Azure. Perform data analysis and build scalable solutions using SQL and other data science tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into enterprise systems. Required Skills: Strong experience in Machine Learning , AI Modelling , and Data Science . Proficiency in Python , SQL , and Azure . Hands-on experience with modern AI and data science technologies. Ability to work More ❯

Job Title: Data Scientist (Contract) Location: London (Hybrid - 1 office visit a week) Duration: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Outside IR35 A global consultancy is seeking a Data Scientist to join its internal transformation team focused on delivering AI-driven solutions across tax and legal services. This is a contract role within a high-performing data … best practices: version control, testing, deployment Ability to collaborate with AI engineers and translate prototypes into scalable solutions Desirable Skills: Experience optimizing workflows and building scalable AI pipelines Strong data analytics and visualization capabilities (Excel, Alteryx) Understanding of Responsible AI principles and practices More ❯

An exciting global media agency is looking for a Data Science Director to join them on a short-term contract. Location: London-based, hybrid working Office policy: 2 days but flexible Contract length: 2 months Start date: ASAP Day Rate: Up to £520pd Outside IR35 The Job You will lead on high-impact data science projects, with a … focus on building synthetic data, applying large language model (LLM) techniques, and leveraging AI modelling and causal inference to drive deeper client insights. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will scope requirements, deliver robust technical solutions, and ensure best practice in data science workflows. You Senior-level technical data scientist with proven leadership experience Strong track More ❯