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Varsity Tutors

Data Science Tutor

Durham, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... SQL, Python or R programming, hypothesis testing, and communication of data-driven insights ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

Varsity Tutors

Data Science Tutor

Chapel Hill, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... SQL, Python or R programming, hypothesis testing, and communication of data-driven insights ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

Varsity Tutors

Data Science Tutor

Raleigh, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... SQL, Python or R programming, hypothesis testing, and communication of data-driven insights ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

McGough

Manager, Data Science

Raleigh, NC · On-site

MANAGER, DATA SCIENCE The Manager of Data Science will build and lead a focused, high-impact team ... Strong programming experience in Python (or equivalent), including data manipulation, modeling, and ...

McGough Construction

Manager, Data Science

Raleigh, NC · On-site

MANAGER, DATA SCIENCE The Manager of Data Science will build and lead a focused, high-impact team ... Strong programming experience in Python (or equivalent), including data manipulation, modeling, and ...

Compunnel

Senior Data Scientist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

For the contract duration, you will be heavily ingrained in product deployment and build, RAG, and ... Required Qualifications 10+ years of data science experience (background in NLP, then past 4-5 ...

NCSU

Lecturer of Data Science

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$4.0K/wk

Introduction to R/Python for Data Science, * Introduction to Data Visualization, * Data Communication, * Introduction to AI Ethics, * Data Science for Social Good, * Introduction to Data Science for ...

NCSU

Lecturer of Data Science

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$4.0K/wk

Introduction to R/Python for Data Science, * Introduction to Data Visualization, * Data Communication, * Introduction to AI Ethics, * Data Science for Social Good, * Introduction to Data Science for ...

Varsity Tutors

Python Tutor

Raleigh, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... students for data science, web development, automation, and computer science coursework ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

Varsity Tutors

Python Tutor

Durham, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... students for data science, web development, automation, and computer science coursework ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

Varsity Tutors

Python Tutor

Chapel Hill, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... students for data science, web development, automation, and computer science coursework ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Data Scientist

Cary, NC · On-site

$65 - $70/hr

Develop statistical models, analytics, and Machine Learning algorithms using Python and cloud tools (Azure). * Research and stay up to date with the latest advances in AI, Data Science, and Machine ...

ClifyX

AI ML Data Scientist

Cary, NC · On-site

... Data Science Languages - SAS, SAS Enterprise Miner, R Programming, Python, Spark • Statistical & Data Management Packages - Python - Pandas, Numpy, sklearn, PyOdbc • R- dplyr, car, caret ...

Capgemini

Data Scientist

Cary, NC · On-site

$85.79 - $97.27/hr

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics ... Strong experience developing Machine Learning models using Python, preferably in cloud environments.

Compunnel

Data Scientist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Required Qualifications: • 7-10+ years of data science experience, with a career foundation in ... Python programming skills.

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract python data science in Apex, NC is $44.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.83 and $50.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Python Data Science vs Contract Data Analyst?

AspectContract Python Data ScienceContract Data Analyst
Required SkillsPython, machine learning, statistical analysis, data modelingExcel, SQL, data visualization, basic statistical skills
Work EnvironmentTech companies, consulting firms, startupsCorporate, finance, marketing, healthcare sectors
CertificationsPython certifications, data science coursesExcel, Tableau, SQL certifications
Job FocusDeveloping models, advanced analytics, predictive insightsData cleaning, reporting, descriptive analysis

Contract Python Data Science roles typically involve building predictive models and advanced analytics using Python, while Contract Data Analysts focus on data cleaning, reporting, and visualization. Both roles require strong analytical skills but differ in technical complexity and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Contract Python Data Science job openings in Apex, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,908 per year, or $44.7 per hour.

Senior Data Scientist[Remote]- W2 Role

Raleigh, NC • On-site

SmartIPlace
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Senior Data Scientist II
Position: Senior Data Scientist II
Location: Remote (EST) — Hybrid in Raleigh, NC preferred
Rate Type: BH W2
Duration: 6 months, with possible extension/conversion
Interview Process: 2 rounds via video

Position Overview

LexisNexis is seeking experienced Senior Data Scientist II professionals to develop innovative, customer-facing data science and AI solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in modern data science, Generative AI, LLMs, RAG, agentic AI, unstructured data, and production machine learning.

You will work closely with Machine Learning Engineers (MLEs) and cross-functional teams throughout the product development and production lifecycle, turning complex data into scalable, customer-focused solutions.

Required Qualifications

  • 8+ years of total professional experience in data science, machine learning, or a closely related field.
  • 5+ years of recent Data Science experience, with hands-on expertise in areas such as:
    • MCP
    • RAG implementations, evaluations, validations, and proof-of-concepts
    • Agentic AI
    • Generative AI
    • LLM applications
    • Unstructured data
  • Proven experience building customer-facing data science or AI products.
  • Experience partnering with Machine Learning Engineers (MLEs) throughout the production lifecycle.
  • Strong Python programming skills.
  • Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, including:
    • Deep Learning
    • Gradient Boosting
    • Random Forests
  • Experience working directly with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Transformer-based architectures, including:
    • BERT
    • RoBERTa
    • T5
  • Hands-on experience applying LLM technologies such as:
    • ChatGPT
    • GPT-3.5
    • Claude
    • Mistral
  • Experience working with large datasets and distributed computing systems, such as Hadoop and Spark.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working within large enterprise environments.
  • Experience taking AI/ML solutions from experimentation and proof-of-concept through production.
  • Strong understanding of modern Generative AI and LLM ecosystem.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams to deliver business and customer-focused solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop advanced data science and AI solutions using complex datasets.
  • Design, implement, evaluate, and validate RAG, agentic AI, MCP, and Generative AI solutions.
  • Work with unstructured data to extract meaningful insights and develop innovative AI applications.
  • Apply machine learning and deep learning techniques to solve complex business problems.
  • Work directly with LLMs and Transformer-based architectures.
  • Collaborate closely with MLEs to move models and AI solutions into production.
  • Contribute to the full product lifecycle, from research and experimentation through deployment and optimization.
  • Analyze large-scale datasets using distributed computing technologies such as Spark and Hadoop.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions.
  • Drive actionable insights that support business strategy, customer experience, and product growth.
  • Stay current with emerging developments in Generative AI, LLMs, machine learning, and AI engineering.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a senior-level Data Scientist with strong hands-on Generative AI/LLM experience, particularly someone who has recently worked on RAG, MCP, agentic AI, unstructured data, and customer-facing AI products and has experience taking solutions into production.

Must-Have Keywords:
Python | Data Science | Generative AI | LLM | RAG | MCP | Agentic AI | Unstructured Data | Machine Learning | Deep Learning | Transformers | BERT | RoBERTa | T5 | Spark | Hadoop | Customer-Facing Products | MLE Collaboration

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SMART-iPLACE provides innovative staffing and consulting solutions that help our clients achieve their business objectives. We can understand and support all areas of your IT systems from back-end infrastructure to front-end personal productivity. Our goal is create innovative IT solutions that enable your business to be more agile and competitive.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

2021

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