Business Data Scientist II

PAY: $45-47/hour W2. Our company offers our consultants a suite of benefits after a qualification period including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Hybrid role requiring onsite work 3X/week. W2 candidates only Job Summary • We are seeking a highly motivated Data Scientist to support data-driven innovation in formulation and product development. • This role will focus on analyzing complex formulation datasets, developing predictive models, and creating intuitive visualizations that enable scientists and cross-functional teams to make informed decisions. • The ideal candidate will work closely with formulation scientists, digital teams, and other stakeholders to transform experimental and operational data into actionable insights that accelerate product development and optimization. Qualifications • Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related quantitative field. • 3+ years of experience in data science, advanced analytics, or machine learning roles. • Strong programming skills in Python or R, with experience using data science libraries (e.g., Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch). • Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms. • Solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, and experimental data analysis. • Experience working with scientific, laboratory, or formulation datasets is highly desirable. • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex analytical findings into clear insights for non-technical stakeholders. • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in cosmetics, consumer goods, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or materials science industries. • Familiarity with formulation science, experimental design, or product development processes. • Experience working with laboratory information systems (LIMS), digital lab platforms, or R&D data environments. • Knowledge of AI-assisted analytics and advanced modeling techniques applied to scientific datasets. Who We Are: The Fountain Group is a nationwide staffing firm with over 80 Fortune 100-500 clients. Since 2001, TFG has maintained a consistent standard of excellence, and our work is broadly recognized every year through numerous industry performance awards. Our success is a team effort. Browse our website below for additional information on our company. The Fountain Group 3407 W Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Tampa, FL 33607 “We work in Life Sciences, Clinical, Engineering, IT, and more. Above all, we specialize in people.” By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at Privacy Policy