Consultant Data Scientist

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice—we're a global community of 6,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you? About the Role As a Consultant - Data Scientist, you will make an impact by enabling data-driven decision making and actionable insights for clients. You will be a valued member of our consulting team and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, engineering, and analytics teams to deliver high-impact data science solutions. In this role, you will: ol {margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;}ul {margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;}li {margin-top:.0in;margin-bottom:8pt;}ol.scriptor-listCounterResetlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d840 {counter-reset: section;}ol.scriptor-listCounterlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d840 {list-style-type:bullet;}li.listItemlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d840::before {counter-increment: section;content: none; display: inline-block;} Collect and analyze business data, including setting up and managing new studies to support client objectives. Transfer and transform data into formats suitable for advanced analysis. Develop new, experimental frameworks and tools to automate data collection and processing. Search through large data sets to identify usable information and actionable patterns. Correlate similar data to uncover insights and drive business results. Create reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to business stakeholders. Work Model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring three days per week in office at one of the following locations: Bedminster/Middletown, NJ; Dallas metroplex; Atlanta; Bothell, WA. The remaining days may be remote, subject to project needs and stakeholder engagement. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. What you must have to be considered ol {margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;}ul {margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;}li {margin-top:.0in;margin-bottom:8pt;}ol.scriptor-listCounterResetlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d841 {counter-reset: section;}ol.scriptor-listCounterlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d841 {list-style-type:bullet;}li.listItemlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d841::before {counter-increment: section;content: none; display: inline-block;} Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering). 2+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or related roles. Strong experience in data collection, transformation, and analysis. Proficiency in statistical analysis, data mining, and experimental design. Experience building tools to automate data collection and processing. Excellent communication skills for creating reports and presentations. These will help you succeed ol {margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;}ul {margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;}li {margin-top:.0in;margin-bottom:8pt;}ol.scriptor-listCounterResetlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d842 {counter-reset: section;}ol.scriptor-listCounterlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d842 {list-style-type:bullet;}li.listItemlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d842::before {counter-increment: section;content: none; display: inline-block;} Experience with Python, R, SQL, or similar data science tools. Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and cloud platforms. Ability to translate business needs into actionable data science solutions. Experience working in consulting or client-facing environments. Benefits ol {margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;}ul {margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;}li {margin-top:.0in;margin-bottom:8pt;}ol.scriptor-listCounterResetlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d843 {counter-reset: section;}ol.scriptor-listCounterlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d843 {list-style-type:bullet;}li.listItemlist!list-0f223f30-4972-45c4-85b0-46c5dd230d843::before {counter-increment: section;content: none; display: inline-block;} Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) plan and contributions Employee stock purchase plan Employee assistance program 15 Paid holidays plus PTO Paid parental leave and fertility assistance Learning and development certifications and programs