Data Scientist, Nuclear Threat Reduction (Year-in-Industry)

AWE; Aldermaston, Reading; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading pension

Generous holiday entitlement

9-day working fortnight

Opportunity to learn from top leaders

Job summary

AWE is offering a Year in Industry Placement for a Data Scientist (Nuclear Threat Reduction) at Aldermaston, near Reading, onsite. The 12-month placement starts 2 August 2027 and includes a 9-day working fortnight with benefits.

You will join a multidisciplinary team applying data science to big datasets, helping to detect nuclear and radiological materials and support national security missions. This is a gateway to graduate opportunities after the placement.

Qualifications

• Background in Computer Science
• Background in Forensics
• Background in Physics
• Background in Chemistry
• Background in Mathematics

Skills

Growth mindset

Curious

Innovative

Resilience

Team worker

Education

Minimum 2:2 degree by Aug 2026

Job description

AWE is offering a Year in Industry Placement for a Data Scientist (Nuclear Threat Reduction) at Aldermaston, near Reading, onsite. The 12-month placement starts 2 August 2027 and includes a 9-day working fortnight with benefits.

You will join a multidisciplinary team applying data science to big datasets, helping to detect nuclear and radiological materials and support national security missions. This is a gateway to graduate opportunities after the placement.