Data Scientist – Nuclear Threat Analytics & Forensics

AWE; Aldermaston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

AWE is offering a placement year for data science where you will analyze large scientific datasets to support nuclear and radiological threat reduction. You will apply analytical and computational approaches to identify patterns and aid in evidence-based decision making.

You will work onsite in Aldermaston, collaborating with specialists across disciplines. The role requires a 2:2 in a relevant field and you must be graduating in 2029 or 2030, with eligibility for DV security clearance.

Qualifications

• 2:2 degree in Computer Science, Forensics, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or a closely related subject.
• Graduating in 2029 or 2030.
• UK national with DV security clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large scientific datasets to support nuclear and radiological threat reduction.
• Apply data science methods to identify patterns and improve understanding.
• Collaborate with scientists from different specialisms to turn data into evidence.
• Work onsite at Aldermaston with direct access to subject matter experts.

Skills

Data confidence

Analytical thinking

Technical curiosity

Collaboration

Education

2:2 degree in Computer Science or related

Graduating in 2029 or 2030

Job description

AWE is offering a placement year for data science where you will analyze large scientific datasets to support nuclear and radiological threat reduction. You will apply analytical and computational approaches to identify patterns and aid in evidence-based decision making.

You will work onsite in Aldermaston, collaborating with specialists across disciplines. The role requires a 2:2 in a relevant field and you must be graduating in 2029 or 2030, with eligibility for DV security clearance.