Job Description

Job Title:

Data Scientist

Location:

10X International School, Bengaluru

Position Overview

In an international school setting, the

Data Scientist

plays a pivotal role in maintaining data integrity, supporting the generation and validation of various data types, and assisting the leadership team in leveraging data for informed decision-making. This role is central to driving evidence-based improvements in academic performance, operational efficiency, and institutional strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Data Correctness:

Ensure the school's data is accurate, consistent, and reliable through robust data cleaning, normalization, and validation processes. Identify and correct any data discrepancies or anomalies.

Data Generation and Validation:

Collaborate with academic and administrative teams to define required datasets, design data collection tools, and validate collected data for quality and relevance.

Data Mapping:

Develop comprehensive data flow maps to track how information is generated, processed, and utilized across departments. Identify key data sources, systems, and stakeholders to enhance organizational data transparency.

AI/ML Algorithm Development:

Utilize advanced analytics and machine learning models to derive insights and predictions. Support projects such as student performance analysis, enrollment forecasting, and resource optimization.

Dashboard Development and Analytics Visualization:

Design and maintain interactive dashboards using tools such as

Tableau, Power BI, or Looker

, providing real-time insights into institutional KPIs and performance trends to aid leadership in data-driven decision-making.

Data Privacy and Security:

Implement stringent policies to protect confidential information and maintain compliance with data protection regulations (GDPR, COPPA, etc.). Ensure encryption, access control, and anonymization protocols are in place.

Ethical Use of Data:

Uphold ethical standards in collecting, analyzing, and sharing data. Safeguard individual privacy and restrict data use or dissemination without proper authorization.

Qualifications and Skills

Master's degree or higher in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. Proven experience in applied data analysis, AI/ML model development, and educational data management. Proficiency in data visualization platforms (Tableau, Power BI, or Looker) and programming languages such as Python or R. Strong understanding of GDPR and international data privacy best practices (experience in European or other global contexts is an advantage). Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Additional Advantage

Candidates with practical understanding of

GDPR guidelines

and international data compliance frameworks will be preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ?100,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

How many years of experience you have with IB Curriculum (Mandatory)?
Education:

Master's (Required)
Experience:

History: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person