Data Scientist+ Instructor

About Us: Newton School is on a mission to redefine tech education in India. Backed by top global investors (RTP Global, Nexus, Kunal Shah, and others), we are building a new-age Tech Institute to bridge the employability gap for millions of graduates. In collaboration with Rishihood University (Sonipat), Ajeenkya DY Patil University (Pune), and S-VYASA University (Bangalore), we are shaping the next generation of industry-ready tech leaders.Key Responsibilities: 1. Teach Applied Data Science: Design and deliver hands-on, project-based courses in Python for Data Science, Statistics, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, SQL, and Data Visualisation. 2. Develop and Enhance Curriculum: Build and continuously update the Data Science curriculum to align with the latest tools, frameworks, and industry practices — integrating case studies and applied learning. 3. Mentor Student Projects: Guide students through end-to-end data projects — from problem formulation and data cleaning to analysis, modeling, and insights presentation. 4. Bridge Academia and Industry: Bring real-world data challenges and examples into the classroom to help students understand industry expectations and workflows. 5. Guide & Support Students: Mentor learners on building strong analytical, problem-solving, and coding skills, and support their preparation for internships and placements. 6. Collaborate: Work closely with other faculty members and academic staff to deliver an engaging and effective learning experience. 7. Assess Practical Skills: Design and evaluate assignments, capstone projects, and assessments focused on applied problem-solving.Required Qualifications & Experience: 1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field. (PhD preferred but not mandatory.) 4+ years of hands-on experience as a Data Scientist, Data Analyst, or ML Engineer, with demonstrated work in data analysis, visualization, and model building. 2. Proven ability to apply data-driven solutions in real-world business or research contexts. 3. Strong understanding of statistical methods, data modeling, hypothesis testing, and ML fundamentals. 4. A passion for teaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing — prior training, mentoring, or teaching experience is highly valued.Required Skills: Technical Skills: 1. Advanced proficiency in Python and its data ecosystem — NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Scikit-learn. 2. Strong experience with SQL and data wrangling. 3. Knowledge of data visualisation tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar). 4. Experience working with machine learning models, from experimentation to deployment. 5. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and version control (Git).Soft Skills: 1. Excellent communication and presentation abilities. 2. Strong mentoring and problem-solving skills. 3. Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for education.Good to Have: Experience teaching or conducting corporate workshops in Data Science or related domains. Exposure to big data tools (Spark, Hadoop) or data engineering concepts. Awareness of the latest industry trends in data and AI.Perks & Benefits: 1. Competitive salary aligned with industry standards. 2. Access to advanced labs and teaching infrastructure. 3. Opportunity to contribute to academic innovation at Newton School of Technology in collaboration with leading universities. 4. Work with a passionate team shaping the future of tech education in India.In the meantime, you can explore our website, Newton School of Technologyhttps://www.newtonschool.co/newton-school-of-technology-nst/hometo learn more about Newton School of Technology and our work.We look forward to welcoming you to our academic team and shaping the future of technology education together