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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist (Biostatistics) - **Company:** StatsJobs - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Package Development Process, Cloud Platform System, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Models, Git, Machine Learning Operations, Api Design, Code Restructuring, Software Version Control, Databricks - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://ascent.applytojob.com/apply/v11TqhZgV2/Senior-Data-Scientist-Biostatistics ## About the Role * Strong background in statistics, ideally with experience as a biostatistician * Advanced proficiency in R, including package development * Solid experience with version control (Git) and collaborative workflows * Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and documentation practices * Strong understanding of reproducible research and robust statistical modelling practices * Experience using AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding, testing, documentation, debugging, and technical problem solving Technical and platform experience: * Experience designing scalable R-based processes for modelling workflows * Familiarity with deploying models or analytical workflows into production environments * Experience with Databricks or similar cloud-based data platforms * Exposure to API development or integration (nice to have) * Awareness of common AI and LLM integration patterns, such as API-based integration, retrieval-augmented generation, workflow automation, tool/function calling, and human-in-the-loop review Soft skills: * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to translate complex statistical concepts into clear, practical guidance * Strong stakeholder engagement and advisory mindset * Ability to apply sound judgement when using AI tools, ensuring outputs are reviewed, validated, and appropriate for regulated environments ## Description Ascent has recently been acquired by Acuity Analytics. This is both a significant milestone for us and a tremendous opportunity for you. Acuity Analytics is a business with a strong global reputation, an impressive client base and ambitious growth plans. We deliver deep insights and domain-led digital transformation to high-growth and heavily regulated organisations. To our customers, we bring a partnership that provides the talent, technology and capability to enhance performance and operational efficiency., We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist (Biostatistics) to support our clients in advancing their statistical modelling capabilities. In this role, you will work closely with client-side biostatisticians and cross-functional teams to refine modelling approaches, design robust and scalable R-based processes, and support the deployment of statistical models as production-grade software on cloud infrastructure. This is a highly collaborative and consultative position where you'll act as a technical expert and advisor-helping clients bridge statistical science with modern engineering best practices. You'll ensure models are reproducible, maintainable, and production-ready, while enabling teams to adopt more efficient, scalable, and AI-accelerated ways of working., * Collaborate closely with biostatisticians and cross-functional teams * Refine and enhance statistical modelling approaches and methodologies * Design and develop robust R-based workflows and packages * Implement best practices for testing, documentation, and CI/CD in statistical projects * Support the deployment of models as scalable, production-ready software on cloud platforms * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to improve modelling and engineering standards * Ensure reproducibility, maintainability, and performance of statistical solutions * Use AI-assisted development tools to improve delivery speed, code quality, testing, documentation, and refactoring * Identify practical opportunities to apply LLMs or AI-enabled tooling within modelling, analytics, engineering, or knowledge workflows ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Cutting LLM Costs Without Cutting Quality: How to Beat Proprietary LLMs with Fine-Tuned Open Source](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100151-cutting-llm-costs-without-cutting-quality-how-to-beat-proprietary-llms-with-fine-tuned-open-source) - [API Design - Getting Started](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/33-api-design-getting-started) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Developer Experience, Platform Engineering and AI powered Apps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/990-developer-experience-platform-engineering-and-ai-powered-apps) - [OLTP in the Lakehouse: Redefining Data for AI Workloads](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2038-oltp-in-the-lakehouse-redefining-data-for-ai-workloads) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)