At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape impactful Data Science concepts and drive strategic initiatives across media measurement.
- Company: Join NIQ, a leader in audience measurement solutions for media platforms.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities to influence industry standards.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth and collaboration across teams.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the media landscape with innovative data-driven strategies.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in Data Science and strong conceptual thinking skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 112000 £ per year.
Principal Data Scientist | Media Measurement (MM) Full-time
Compensation: GBP 90,000 - GBP 112,000 per year NIQ’s Media unit delivers audience measurement solutions across TV, radio, digital, and cross‑media platforms for currency clientele, including broadcasters, advertisers, agencies, and regulators.
A core component of our measurement approach is panel‑based methodologies, leveraging household and individual panels to ensure accurate, representative audience insights.
Census data is integrated across several solutions to further enhance measurement quality.
Job Description As a Principal Data Scientist, you shape high‑impact, client‑relevant Data Science concepts and ensure strategic coherence across teams and domains.
This role is a perfect playground for highly experienced, concept‑driven minds who enjoy influencing direction, clarifying complexity, and shaping how Data Science creates value at scale.
You will work on analytics, Data Science and AI topics across our Media pillar, including Media Measurement, Audience Activation, and Performance.
The focus of the role is strongly conceptual and influence‑heavy: from innovation seeds and scalable target pictures to client pitches, tenders, and strategic roadmaps.
You ensure that high‑impact Data Science initiatives across currency and outcome products are well‑framed, feasible, client‑relevant, and decision‑ready before they enter delivery structures, reducing conceptual noise while increasing business impact.
Job Responsibilities Strategic
Wanted: Principal Data Scientist | Media Measurement (MM) employer: NIELSENIQ
NielsenIQ in Oxford is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises flexibility and professional growth. As a Junior Insight Analyst, you'll have the unique opportunity to collaborate with industry giants like P&G and Coca-Cola, while receiving comprehensive training to enhance your analytical skills and client engagement. With a strong focus on data-driven decision making, NielsenIQ fosters an environment where your contributions are valued and your career can flourish.
