Coopers Group AG
Data Scientist
Coopers Group AGSwitzerland16 hours ago
ContractEngineering, Information Technology

We are hiring for Data Scientist urgently!


The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining and leveraging our unique data integration platform, supporting ongoing AI model development, and ensuring the seamless continuation of R&D data workflows. This is a hands-on position for a data scientist who can quickly onboard complex systems, contribute immediately, and ensure operational continuity within a high-impact research environment.


The Ideal Candidate:

You are a seasoned Data Scientist with 3–5+ years of experience, capable of bridging robust data engineering, scientific discovery, and machine learning optimization.

You combine:

  • Strong technical expertise in Python and SQL
  • Experience maintaining and optimizing ETL pipelines
  • Hands-on knowledge of image analysis techniques
  • A solid understanding of machine learning principles
  • A commitment to FAIR data principles

Beyond your technical skills, you are structured, solution-oriented, and collaborative. You document your work clearly and ensure knowledge transfer to guarantee smooth project continuity.


Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Maintain Data Integration Tools
  • Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot existing data integration pipelines feeding AI models, ensuring high data quality, reliability, and availability.
  • Support AI Development
  • Collaborate with R&D scientists to support training, validation, and optimization of machine learning and AI models.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Perform in-depth data analysis to extract actionable insights, answer research questions, and communicate findings through structured reports and visualizations.
  • Troubleshoot & Problem-Solve
  • Identify and resolve technical issues related to data access, software constraints, infrastructure, and model performance.
  • Ensure Project Continuity
  • Work closely with the team to maintain timelines and deliverables throughout the contract period, ensuring uninterrupted R&D operations.
  • Documentation & Knowledge Transfer
  • Maintain clear documentation of workflows, system modifications, and best practices to ensure transparency and continuity.


Must-Have Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field
  • 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in data science or data analytics roles
  • Strong proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn)
  • Solid experience with SQL and relational databases
  • Practical experience with ETL principles and data pipeline management
  • Foundational understanding of machine learning models and workflows
  • Experience with image analysis techniques
  • Familiarity with FAIR data principles
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently in a small team e

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