Data Scientist

National Physical Laboratory (NPL)

📍 teddington, england, United-Kingdom

Full-time IT & Technology Posted June 29, 2026

Job Description

Role Overview

The Department of Data Science and AI is seeking a researcher to contribute to projects across national challenges such as life science, health, climate, and environmental sciences. The role involves developing new collaborations with NPL, government, industry, and academia, and applying advanced mathematical modelling to statistical inference, machine learning, and AI estimation methods.

Responsibilities

As a data scientist, you will: design and implement mathematical models; develop and evaluate inference, ML, and AI techniques; write reports and conduct literature reviews; collaborate cross‑disciplinarily with team members and external partners; and contribute to the scientific community through sharing knowledge and insights.

Essential Experience

  • Advanced knowledge in at least one area of mathematical modelling (e.g., stochastic processes, differential geometry, topology) and associated estimation methods.