Fixed Term Contract - Data Scientist

Are you a talented data scientist, looking for your next contract opportunity within a global reinsurer?

Then this is an exciting opportunity to take up a 3-year FTC where you will combine data science techniques and actuarial analysis in order to pre-process and analyse industry datasets.

Supporting the maintanance of the firm's Experience Analysis tools, you will research and analyse insurance relevant data and conduct analysis of the in-force portfolio to identify trends and patterns.

You will also contribute to the development of advanced statistical and predictive analytical techniques and models to enhance our client's understanding of biometric and behavioural insurance risks, thereby supporting the development of the Central Bases and assumptions.

A PhD in relevant field such as computer science, epidemiology, or statistics is highly desirable.

Knowledge of at least one scripting language (R or Python) coupled with basic knowledge of SQL is essential, as is knowledge of data science and statistical techniques including GLM and tree-based models.

Please contact us to discuss this vacancy or for an informal discussion regarding your career goals. We are very happy to perform bespoke research on your behalf.

Jan Sparks FIA, Partner

M: +44 (0)7477 757151

E: jan.sparks@staractuarial.com