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Senior Data Scientist, Advanced Analytics - Bank of England
Data Scientist
Senior Data Scientist leading the design and prototyping of machine learning and AI solutions for public policy, leveraging Python, generative AI, NLP, agent‑based models and network analytics to drive innovative analytics at a central bank.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and prototype advanced machine learning and AI models to support policy analysis and decision‑making.
- Apply natural language processing, generative AI, and network analytics to extract insights from large‑scale financial and economic datasets.
- Build and validate agent‑based and simulation models that capture complex system dynamics.
- Collaborate with researchers, economists, and engineers to translate analytical concepts into production‑ready solutions.
- Communicate findings and methodological approaches to senior stakeholders and contribute to research publications.
Requirements
- Advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
- 5+ years of hands‑on experience with Python and modern ML/AI libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit‑learn).
- Proven expertise in NLP, generative AI, and building agent‑based or network models.
- Strong statistical background and experience with experimental design, including randomized control trials.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work interdisciplinary in a policy‑focused environment.
Skills
pythonmachine learningnatural language processinggenerative ai