Mathematical Innovation Research Associate – CHIMiRA

CamWebDir; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cambridge seeks a Cambridge Mathematical Innovation Research Associate (CaMIRA) to join the CHIMiRA hub in the Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics. The role supports interdisciplinary projects, industrial collaborations, and research translation for real-world impact.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Statistics or Data Science, demonstrate strong communication skills, and be capable of managing multiple projects with partners in academia and

Qualifications

• PhD in Statistics, Data Science or a related discipline.
• Experience applying statistics to real-world problems.
• Ability to communicate technical material to non-technical audiences.
• Experience with coding and software engineering for ML challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct individual and collaborative research objectives, proposals, and projects.
• Plan and manage own research and administration with guidance when required.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and applications to external bodies.
• Supervise student projects and plan seminars related to the research area.

Skills

Statistics

Data science

Machine learning

Communication skills

Grant writing

Project management

Education

PhD in Statistics

PhD in Data Science

PhD in related field

Tools

Python

R

ML frameworks

Job description

University of Cambridge seeks a Cambridge Mathematical Innovation Research Associate (CaMIRA) to join the CHIMiRA hub in the Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics. The role supports interdisciplinary projects, industrial collaborations, and research translation for real-world impact.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Statistics or Data Science, demonstrate strong communication skills, and be capable of managing multiple projects with partners in academia and