Data Scientist (remote, freelance)

Freelance Data Scientist (Education Sector Experience) Contract Role | Remote | Flexible Hours

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Data Scientist with a strong background in the education sector and the ability to collaborate effectively with software engineering teams. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who can translate business needs into data-driven insights and contribute to building scalable, intelligent systems. This role also requires some practical software engineering experience to ensure smooth integration of models, pipelines, and data workflows into production environments.

Build and maintain well-structured data pipelines using modern tools and frameworks.

Develop, test, and deploy data models, predictive analytics, and statistical analyses related to education operations (e.g., student performance, enrollment, operational efficiency).

Collaborate closely with software engineers to integrate models into applications, dashboards, and automated workflows.

Work with stakeholders to define project requirements, KPIs, success metrics, and deliverables.

Ensure model accuracy, data integrity, and compliance with privacy standards (FERPA, etc.).

Present findings in clear, concise formats suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistics, and predictive modeling.

• 3+ years of experience as a Data Scientist, with at least 1 year supporting education-related projects or institutions.
• Strong proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, etc.) Hands-on software engineering experience (e.g., version control, APIs, basic DevOps, CI/CD familiarity).
• Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Comfort working cross-functionally with software engineers and product teams.
• Experience with education data systems (SIS, LMS, ERP for education).

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).

Background in data visualization using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Looker.

Contract Details

Freelance / Independent Contractor

Hours: Part-time or project-based; flexible

Location: Remote

How to Apply Please send your resume, portfolio or GitHub, and a brief summary of relevant education-sector projects to [HIDDEN TEXT]