Data Scientist Contract Jobs

Data Scientist contract jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features project-based, freelance, and short-term opportunities for experienced data professionals looking for flexible work arrangements.

YO IT Consulting

Data Science Expert - Remote

YO IT Consulting

Location not specified
Remote
full-time
1w ago
Integrity Management Consulting

Data Scientist - TS/SCI

Integrity Management Consulting

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time and contractor
micro1

Remote Data Scientist

micro1

Falls Church, Virginia, US
full-time
1w ago
Pathway Partners

Seasoned Data Analysts, Data Scientists, and Data Governance Specialists DC, Maryland, VA Area

Pathway Partners

Arlington, Virginia, US
contractor
Hexaware Technologies, Inc

Full Stack Data Scientist in Washington DC

Hexaware Technologies, Inc

Washington, District of Columbia, US
contractor
Motion Recruitment

Senior AI Data Scientist (HUD)

Motion Recruitment

Fairfax, Virginia, US
contractor
4d ago
System One

Pega Data Science and Analytics

System One

Merrifield, Virginia, US
contractor
2d ago
DataAnnotation

Data Scientist - AI Trainer

DataAnnotation

Alexandria, Virginia, US
full-time, part-time, and contractor
Collabera

Data Scientist & Solution Architect for End-to-End Analytics

Collabera

McLean, Virginia, US
contractor
3w ago
Social Security Administration

Data Scientist - Data Analyst (Direct Hire)

Social Security Administration

Baltimore, Maryland, US
contractor
1w ago
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Data Scientist Contract Jobs: At a Glance

Insights drawn from the latest openings on this page so you can compare employers, locations, and pay before applying.

Top Companies Hiring

  • YO IT Consulting1 role
  • Integrity Management Consulting1 role
  • micro11 role
  • Pathway Partners1 role
  • Hexaware Technologies, Inc1 role
  • Motion Recruitment1 role

Top Locations

  • Virginia, US6 roles
  • District of Columbia, US2 roles
  • Remote1 role
  • Maryland, US1 role

10% of these openings can be done remotely.

Salary Range Overview

Across 10 listings, advertised pay ranges from USD 50 to USD 165k.

Typical band: USD 40k 55k.

Figures reflect employer-disclosed salaries on current openings and may vary by location, experience, and company stage.

Employment Types

  • Contractor6 roles
  • Full-Time2 roles
  • Full-Time And Contractor1 role
  • Full-Time, Part-Time, And Contractor1 role

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Featured Data Scientist Contract Jobs

Here are some of the latest openings matching this category. Browse the full list above to filter by location, experience, and employment type.

  1. #1Data Science Expert - Remote

    YO IT ConsultingRemoteFull-TimePosted Aug 1, 2026

    Job Title: Data Scientist Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote • Role Overview Partnering with a leading AI research organization to engage experienced data scientists for a project focused on evaluating how well AI systems perform real-world data science work. Rather than producing deliverables yourself, you will def

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  2. #2Data Scientist - TS/SCI

    Integrity Management ConsultingWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-Time And ContractorUSD 120k–165k / year

    Location: Washington, D.C. Required Qualifications • Experience performing statistical, analytical, and data management techniques for intelligence and operational data. • Ability to conduct extensive classified and unclassified research and reference searches, develop database retrieval strategies, and perform on-line

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  3. #3Remote Data Scientist

    micro1Falls Church, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Aug 2, 2026

    Data Scientist Required Skills statistics & Mathematics data handling data collecting data analysis and modeling data visualization data clesning programming About micro1 micro1 is the leading AI data lab for training frontier models and evaluating AI agents. Experts contribute their diverse subject matter knowledge ac

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  4. #4Seasoned Data Analysts, Data Scientists, and Data Governance Specialists DC, Maryland, VA Area

    Pathway PartnersArlington, Virginia, USContractor

    Salary: Are you a data expert with a proven track record of turning raw information into actionable insights, while ensuring data quality and compliance? Pathway Partners LLC is looking for experienced Data Analysts, Data Scientists, and Data Governance Specialists to join our ranks for future projects. Required to hav

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  5. #5Full Stack Data Scientist in Washington DC

    Hexaware Technologies, IncWashington, District of Columbia, USContractor

    Full Stack Data Scientist Washington DC Key Responsibilities Required Qualifications Proven hands-on experience (6+ years preferred) in production-ready models and applications that solve real business problems while actively participating in MLOps to ensure solutions operate reliably in production. Strong experience i

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  6. #6Senior AI Data Scientist (HUD)

    Motion RecruitmentFairfax, Virginia, USContractorUSD 60–85 / hourPosted Aug 6, 2026

    A federal technology consulting company is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or applied AI, with a background in designing, developing, and deploying enterprise-scale AI/ML solutions and exposure to areas such as pr

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  7. #7Pega Data Science and Analytics

    System OneMerrifield, Virginia, USContractorPosted Aug 8, 2026

    Job Title: Pega Data Science and Analytics Location: Hybrid or Remote reporting to Vienna Pay Rate: Open to Both C2C and W2 options Position Type: Multiyear Contract Prioritized Deliverables 1. Library of required queries/scripts to replicate the CDH customer contextual object in external systems (databricks/asl) for d

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  8. #8Data Scientist - AI Trainer

    DataAnnotationAlexandria, Virginia, USFull-Time, Part-Time, And ContractorUSD 50–100 / hour

    We are looking for an existing Data Scientist - AI Trainer to help train AI models. You'll be part of a growing community of over 100,000 professionals — including front-end, back-end, full-stack, machine learning, and other engineers — who are driving real-world impact in AI development. Our platform offers an engagin

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  9. #9Data Scientist & Solution Architect for End-to-End Analytics

    CollaberaMcLean, Virginia, USContractorPosted Jul 17, 2026

    A leading IT solutions provider in McLean, VA is seeking a Data Scientist Solution Architect / Data Analyst for a contract position lasting over 6 months. The successful candidate will provide analytical support and design solutions for data collection and model building, working within interdisciplinary teams. Experti

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  10. #10Data Scientist - Data Analyst (Direct Hire)

    Social Security AdministrationBaltimore, Maryland, USContractorPosted Aug 2, 2026

    Data Analyst (Data Scientist) This announcement serves as public notice. Applications submitted be placed into a pool and will remain on file for selection as positions become available. Vacancies may be filled for up to 6 months after the closing date of this announcement. Applicants may not receive notifications of r

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About Data Scientist Contract Jobs

Data Scientist contract jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features project-based, freelance, and short-term opportunities for experienced data professionals looking for flexible work arrangements.

Contract Data Scientists are typically hired to solve specific business challenges, build machine learning models, develop predictive analytics solutions, or optimize data pipelines within defined timeframes. Companies often seek experts with strong skills in Python or R, SQL, data visualization tools, and machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn.

Many contract roles focus on AI implementation, data strategy consulting, customer analytics, financial modeling, or cloud-based data engineering. Experience with big data technologies, MLOps, and cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is frequently required.

Our curated listings include remote and global contract opportunities across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and emerging tech markets. Contract positions often offer competitive hourly rates or project-based compensation, providing flexibility and exposure to diverse industries.

Each job posting includes detailed scope of work, required expertise, contract duration, and application instructions to help you quickly identify the right project.

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