Data Scientist 1

Hey All,Pat here with Everforth Apex, with another position. Have a remote spot that can fall in the scientist or analyst realm with heavy work in Microsoft Purview. As always my AI assistant AI Riley helps me make the call, but if this is your dream job and you are highly interested too expedite the process, please drop your resume to pkopczynski@apexsystems.com, or if you just don't like an AI calling you Pay: Looking to pay 40-45 /hr on thisLocation: REMOTE, but need to go into an Apex Office to do an id verification before interview Employment Type: Contract- 1,.5 years Role OverviewWe are seeking a Data Scientist to support legal data workflows across the full eDiscovery lifecycle. This role works closely with legal, compliance, and investigations teams to manage, analyze, and prepare data for internal investigations, litigation, and regulatory matters. The position focuses on hands-on work in Relativity and Microsoft Purview, with an emphasis on data processing, analytics, and review readiness. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport legal holds and preservation workflows across Microsoft 365 and other enterprise systems.Assist with internal investigations, litigation, and regulatory matters by identifying, collecting, and preparing data.Process and manipulate large datasets for eDiscovery, including filtering, deduplication, and data normalization.Perform search term analysis and inclusive data segregation.Support analytics workflows, including content grouping, clustering, and review prioritization.Prepare data for attorney review, including workspace setup, batching, and reporting.Support document review and production workflows, ensuring defensible and repeatable processes.Generate metrics and reporting related to data volumes, processing results, and review status.Collaborate with legal, IT, and compliance stakeholders to refine data strategies and workflows.Required QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Analytics or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Skills:Strong ability to work with large datasets and understand how data is structured.Strong attention to detail and process discipline.Experience analyzing, filtering, and preparing data for downstream use.Comfort working in legal or regulated environments.Ability to explain data findings clearly to non-technical audiences.Ability to manage multiple data requests and investigations at the same time.Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and workflows. Technical Skills:Experience with Relativity or Microsoft Purview.Familiarity with Microsoft 365 data sources (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive).Preferred QualificationsExperience with eDiscovery or legal data workflows.Experience supporting investigations, litigation, or compliance matters.Background in data analysis, data science, analytics, or information governance.We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at leaverequest@apexsystems.com or 804-523-8228.