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Terms of Use for Data Science Scout

Introduction

Welcome to the Data Science Scout website (“Website”). By using this Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use (“Terms”). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use the Website.

The term “we,” “us,” or “our” refers to Data Science Scout, the owner of the Website being Technosec Ltd, whose registered office is 124 City Road, London EC1V 2NV, England, U.K and company registration number is 09173459. The term “you” refers to the user or viewer of our Website.

This Website uses cookies. By using the Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with our Cookies Policy.

Use of This Website

  1. All intellectual property rights in the Website and its content are owned by or licensed to Data Science Scout. Subject to the license below, all such intellectual property rights are reserved.
  2. You may:
    • View, download, and print pages from the Website for your personal and non-commercial use, subject to the restrictions below.
  3. You must not:
    • Use the Website in any way that causes, or may cause, damage to the Website or impairment of its availability or accessibility.
    • Use the Website in connection with any unlawful, illegal, fraudulent, or harmful purpose or activity.
    • Copy, store, transmit, or distribute any malicious software through the Website.
    • Use the Website for marketing purposes without our express written consent.
    • Scrape data from the Website and post it on another site without linking directly to the Website.
  4. We reserve the right to restrict access to certain areas of the Website at our discretion. If we provide you with a user ID and password, you must keep them confidential. We may disable your access without prior notice if you breach these Terms.

Copyright and Licence

  1. All materials on this Website, including but not limited to design, layout, and graphics, are protected by copyright laws.
  2. You are granted a limited license to:
    • Use the materials for personal or business purposes.
  3. You are prohibited from:
    • Republishing materials without our prior written consent.
    • Selling, licensing, or sublicensing materials from the Website.
    • Using materials for commercial purposes beyond the scope of this license.
    • Scraping data from the Website and posting it on another site without linking directly to the Website.
  4. Upon breach of these Terms, your license will terminate, and you must destroy all copies of materials obtained from the Website.

Data Privacy and Processing

  1. We process personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws, primarily GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act 2018. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information on how we handle your data.
  2. By using this Website, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data for recruitment and job application purposes.

Employer and Candidate Obligations

  1. Employers must:
    • Ensure that all job postings are accurate and comply with applicable laws, including anti-discrimination regulations.
    • Not post misleading, fraudulent, or harmful content.
  2. Candidates must:
    • Provide truthful and accurate information in job applications and CV submissions.
    • Not submit plagiarized or false credentials.

Prohibited Uses Specific to Recruitment

  1. Unauthorized use of the Website for headhunting or poaching candidates directly is prohibited.
  2. Users may not contact candidates or employers for purposes unrelated to the recruitment services offered by the Website.
  3. Middlemen or brokers acting or claiming to act on behalf of the company without explicit written authorization are strictly prohibited.
  4. We will never charge candidates for access to positions, hiring, or assessments. Anyone claiming to do so is not authorized or acting on our behalf.

Assessment Tasks and Online Screening

  1. As part of the recruitment process, candidates may be required to complete assessment tasks or projects and participate in online screening calls.
  2. These tasks are designed to evaluate candidate suitability for specific roles and are unpaid.
  3. Assessments and tasks are reviewed and scored by multi-level domain experts, and their assessment decisions are final.
  4. By participating in these assessments, candidates acknowledge and agree to these terms.

Disclaimer of Employment Guarantees

  1. We provide a platform to connect employers and candidates but do not guarantee job placements or the suitability of candidates or employers.

Non-Discrimination and Compliance with Laws

  1. Employers are required to comply with anti-discrimination laws and equal opportunity standards in their hiring practices.
  2. Candidates must refrain from using discriminatory language or behavior in any communications through the platform.

Verification of Identity

  1. We may verify the identity of candidates and employers to ensure trust and transparency on the platform.
  2. Failure to provide requested verification may result in suspension or termination of access to the platform.

Prohibited Content

  1. Users are prohibited from posting inappropriate, offensive, or irrelevant content, including material that violates intellectual property or privacy rights.

User Responsibilities for Account Security

  1. Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials and for any activities conducted under their account.
  2. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breaches involving your account.

Suspension and Termination of Accounts

  1. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate user accounts for violations of these Terms or misuse of the platform.
  2. Termination may occur without prior notice if the violation is severe.

Data Retention and Deletion

  1. We retain candidate and employer data only as long as necessary to fulfill recruitment purposes or comply with legal obligations.
  2. Users may request deletion of their data, subject to our Data Retention Policy and applicable laws.

Notification of Changes

  1. Users will be informed of updates to these Terms or the Privacy Policy via email or notices on the Website.
  2. Continued use of the Website after updates signifies agreement to the revised terms.

Geographic Restrictions

  1. Certain services or features may not be available in all regions. Users should refer to the Website for specific details.

Payment and Refund Terms

  1. If you purchase premium services, including job postings or recruitment solutions, payment terms will be detailed at the point of purchase.
  2. Refunds and cancellations are subject to the terms specified during the purchase process.

No Warranties

  1. The Website is provided “as is,” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
  2. We do not guarantee the availability, accuracy, or completeness of the Website or its content.
  3. Use of the Website and reliance on its content are at your own risk.

Limitations and Exclusions of Liability

  1. To the extent permitted by law, we exclude all liability for:
    • Indirect or consequential loss or damage.
    • Loss of profit, income, revenue, or data.
  2. Nothing in these Terms limits or excludes liability for death or personal injury resulting from negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.
  3. Consumer rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 remain unaffected by these Terms.

Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless against any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of your breach of these Terms.

Links to Other Websites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience and do not signify our endorsement. We are not responsible for the content of linked websites.

Automated Decision Making

  1. We may use AI or algorithmic tools for candidate-job matching. By using the Website, you consent to such processing.
  2. You may contact us to request a review or explanation of decisions made through automated processes.

Variations

We may revise these Terms at any time. Revised Terms will apply from the date of publication on the Website. Please check this page regularly to ensure you are familiar with the current version.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by English law. Any disputes arising from these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England.

Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of the Website, superseding any prior agreements.

If you have any questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at mail@datasciencescout.com