FirstVet is the first truly digital veterinary clinic. We let pet owners meet with licensed veterinarians via their mobile or computer. But we don't stop there – we've expanded to include an E-commerce store and a pharmacy, offering a comprehensive solution for pet owners. Our solutions contributes to a more balanced and better functioning care process for all parties. As we continue to pioneer the industry, we're seeking a talented Data Scientist to join our innovative data team. If you're passionate about using data to shape the future of veterinary care, join us at FirstVet, where you can make a real impact.

The role

We believe that by analyzing vast amounts of data, we can uncover valuable insights that allow us to improve our business. As the Data scientist at FirstVet, your expertise will be instrumental in improving our services, optimizing pricing models, and ensuring personalized care for pets and their owners. In a rapidly evolving digital veterinary landscape, your role is essential for shaping the future of animal healthcare.

Your responsibilities

You'll work with building, adjusting, and evaluating models, turning raw data into actionable insights. You will be part of the Data team and focus on creating data pipelines and improving data structures, setting the stage for valuable analysis. You’ll get the chance to drive many different projects across our organisation, such as optimal pricing modeling, propensity scores, cluster analysis and building new data variables in existing data infrastructure. Further, you will be responsible for effectively communicating results and progress to stakeholders within the whole organization.

• Find valuable insights that allows us to improve our business
• Develop machine learning and AI models that allow us to gain deeper insight and develop our business
• Develop and enrich our data structures
• Develop data structures and tools that allow us to do the first two responsibilities more effectively and/or more efficiently

The person we are looking for

We are looking for a Data Scientist with a passion for data analysis and a knack for uncovering meaningful insights. We value candidates who are naturally curious, adaptable to change, and dedicated to continuous learning. As a team player, you'll collaborate effectively while also being self-driven and solution-oriented.

Desired qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• 1-3 years of experience working with data science
• Experience in SQL (we use PostgreSQL)
• Experience in R or Python
• Speaks English fluently
• Beneficial if you have experience with DBT

What we offer

At FirstVet, we offer a stimulating environment where you’ll get to thrive and develop. You’ll get the chance to be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation and growth, and of course, while having fun along the way. We offer a highly flexible work environment with a lot of collaboration, interesting projects and access to a wide amount of data. Apart from the above-mentioned, it goes without saying that an interest in animals is highly desirable. We’re a pet-oriented organization and it’s not unusual to run into our office dogs or for a cat to join our Hangout calls!