Subject Matter Expert - Data Science (6-month Contract)

Your Mission

As a Subject Matter Expert in Data Science at FourthRev, you will use your expertise to shape a transformative online learning experience. You will be at the forefront of developing curriculum, ensuring that each learner is equipped with industry-related skills, setting them on a path to success in the digital economy.

Daily contract rate: £200.00 (country dependent)

What your day to day will look like with us

• Partner with the LXD team in designing the program curriculum, with a key emphasis on applying advanced data science techniques, focusing on NLP and time series analysis and forecasting.
• Offer vital industry perspectives during co-design workshops with university faculty, aligning course content with real-world applications and desired career outcomes.
• Develop and refine course maps with Lead LXDs to curate a learning journey that is not only engaging but also directly correlates to tangible career advancements for learners.
• Lead the design and execution of assessments, weekly assignments, and hands-on activities, aligning with FourthRev’s commitment to project-based learning.
• Collaborate in creating content, ranging from written materials, storyboards, video scripts, animations, to in-depth tutorials and real-world case studies.
• Present and Record Tutorials: Prepare and narrate screen recording sessions that showcase essential data science techniques and methodologies, ensuring learners gain hands-on, demonstrable understanding of the material.
• Participate in regular team meetings, bringing a wealth of resources, case studies, and scenarios to enhance the curriculum.
• Engage in asynchronous collaboration, providing timely answers and solutions to questions from the team.
• For tech-focused courses, provide crucial source content such as code snippets, software outputs, algorithms, and more.
• Champion FourthRev’s core values, mission, and strategic vision, acting as an ambassador both internally and externally.

Requirements

What you’ll need to succeed

Education:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Masters) in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or a related field

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in data science with a focus on NLP and time series analysis.
• Proven track record of employing advanced data science techniques to solve complex business problems.
• Familiarity with the breadth of topics covered in the "Data Science for Business" program.
• Previous educational or training experience is a plus, especially in online course development or instruction.
• Hands-on experience with tools and platforms like TensorFlow, XGBoost, and other ML frameworks.

Skills:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into understandable and actionable insights for learners.
• Proficient in designing and crafting real-world problems and scenarios for project-based learning.
• An innovative mindset with a passion for continuous learning and growth.
• Familiarity with online learning platforms and tools

Benefits

Make a difference with your work.

FourthRev creates world-class online learning programs that lead to qualifications from top universities, certifications from the world's best technology companies, and digital technology jobs with a global network of employer partners.

Our vision is to become the world's leading provider of employability outcomes for students and lifelong learners. In doing so, and helping to close the digital skills gap, our goal is to create social and economic value on a global scale.

In less than two years we have partnered with ten of the world's most recognized technology companies to deliver cutting-edge courses with universities in Australia, the UK, and the US. Our unwavering commitment to quality, student outcomes, and shared value partnerships have resulted in excellent growth and investment from leading US and European EdTech VCs. We have been recognized by JISC as one of the top 20 edtech start-ups in the UK and by HolonIQ in the ANZ top-50.

Why you’ll love working here

At FourthRev, we deeply value work as a meaningful, fulfilling part of life. We are proud to be a remote-first company that offers flexible working arrangements and ongoing professional growth and development. We prioritize staff health and happiness at the heart of our strategy and operations as a key component of our high-performance culture. We have a genuine passion for work being a meaningful, fulfilling part of life.

Be prepared to:

• Tackle unique and challenging opportunities and embrace the unknown with the support of an amazing, talented team of professionals who genuinely care and want you to succeed.
• Find your voice. We believe that people matter, and our success as an organization is driven by the people within it.
• Join a larger community. We have a passion for enabling others' growth, mentoring, lifelong learning, supporting learners in the digital economy, and other causes.
• We are a globally diverse team with colleagues spanning different time zones including the U.K., Australia and South Africa. No matter where you are, we can make it work!

Our DEI Commitment

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion at FourthRev. Our goal is to continue building a team with a variety of backgrounds, identities, and life experiences. Research suggests that historically underrepresented groups, such as people with disabilities, women, and people of color, are less likely to apply for a job unless they completely match all the criteria and qualifications.

If you feel that you do not meet every single requirement listed in the job description but are excited about the opportunity and connect with our vision and values, we encourage you to submit your application

If you are not selected for this role, we will add you to our talent pool and will continue to engage with you if a role that better matches your skills and experience becomes available.