Types of Data Science Roles (Research, Applied, Product)

Summary

Research-focused roles push the boundaries of what's possible (often PhD-heavy), applied roles adapt known methods to real business problems, and product data scientists sit close to a specific product surface.

• 1Read one job description for each type and compare required qualifications.
• 2Identify which type sounds closest to your own interests and background.
• 3Learn that most entry-level data science jobs are applied or product-focused, not research.