Principal Data Scientist

Principal Data Scientist - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK You need JavaScript enabled to use this service. Cookies on Civil Service Jobs We'd like to use analytics cookies so we can understand how you use Civil Service Jobs and make improvements. We also use essential cookies to remember if you’ve accepted analytics cookies. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to accept analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to reject analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Skip to main content GOV.UK Civil Service Jobs Beta Your feedback will help us to improve. Home Sign in to your account Cymraeg Principal Data Scientist UK Health Security Agency Apply before 11:55 pm on Friday 6th November 2026 Return to search results Apply at advertiser's site Details Reference number 487504 Salary £56,185 - £70,566 per annum, pro rata A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Grade 7 Contract type Fixed term Loan Secondment Length of employment Fixed Term Appointment/Loan/Secondment until 31/03/2030 Type of role Digital Science Other Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, London – Canary Wharf (Core HQs) About the job Job summary Data science is a broad and fast-moving field spanning maths, statistics, software engineering and communications. Data scientists will often work as part of a multidisciplinary team, using data and analytics to inform and achieve organisational goals. In this role, you will: -be inquisitive -explore and visualise data -make recommendations to address complex problems and to inform strategic and operational decision making -use data ethically and appropriately -be innovative and adaptable -explore existing and new data using a range of statistical tools and techniques, such as machine learning and predictive analytics -find patterns in data and transform them into organisational insight You will work alongside other Data Scientists supporting data science and engineering products in the Health Protection Intelligence Systems and Data team. The HPISD Unit is responsible for