Data Scientist — Remote Role

# Lead Data Scientist

## About the Role

McGraw Hill is seeking a **Lead Data Scientist** to apply advanced data science techniques within its **Higher Education** unit. This remote role focuses on developing innovative methodologies and scalable solutions to address complex challenges and drive impactful business outcomes.

The ideal candidate will bring advanced data science and AI knowledge, particularly in **generative AI**, along with experience developing scalable solutions and working with data science and AI systems.

## Key Responsibilities

* Apply advanced data science techniques to complex business challenges.

* Develop innovative data science methodologies and approaches.

* Design and develop scalable solutions.

* Work with data science and AI systems.

* Apply generative AI knowledge to relevant business and technical challenges.

* Address complex problems within the Higher Education unit.

* Develop solutions designed to generate impactful business outcomes.

* Contribute to initiatives that support the future of education through data science and AI.

## Required Qualifications

* Ph.D. or equivalent.

* 4–7 years of experience.

* Deep knowledge of data science and AI systems.

* Strong knowledge of generative AI.

* Experience developing scalable data science or AI solutions.

* Ability to apply advanced data science techniques to complex challenges.

## Preferred Qualifications

* The original job description does not specify additional preferred qualifications.

## Skills & Competencies

* Data science

* Artificial intelligence (AI)

* Generative AI

* Data science methodologies

* AI systems

* Advanced data science techniques

* Scalable solutions

* Complex problem-solving

* Analytical thinking

* Innovation

* Business outcome orientation

## Education & Experience

**Education**

* Ph.D. or equivalent required.

**Experience**

* 4–7 years of experience required.

* Experience with data science and AI systems, particularly generative AI, is required based on the role description.

## Work Arrangement & Schedule

* **Work Arrangement:** Remote

* **Business Unit:** Higher Education

* **Employment Type:** Not specified in the original job description.

* **Weekly Hours:** Not specified in the original job description.

* **Schedule:** Not specified in the original job description.

## Compensation & Benefits

* The original job description states that the position offers a **competitive salary**.

* The position includes **extensive benefits**.

* No specific salary amount or individual benefits are provided in the original job description.

## Compliance / Additional Information

* **Company:** McGraw Hill

* **Industry/Domain:** Education / Higher Education

* The role focuses on applying data science and AI to challenges within the Higher Education unit.