Research Software Engineer

University of Warwick; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK university based in Coventry is looking for a Research Software Engineer to focus on Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. The role involves designing and prototyping innovative approaches for analyzing REF Impact Case Studies, alongside developing user-friendly interfaces to assist non-technical users. Ideal candidates are expected to have a strong background in the field, preferably at the PhD level, and should demonstrate high-quality research abilities. This position offers flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Part-time options

Qualifications

• Strong background in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing.
• Ability to develop high-quality research outputs.
• Skills in creating simple user interfaces for non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and evaluate approaches for REF Impact Case Studies.
• Engineer user interfaces that expose models to non-technical users.

Skills

Machine Learning

Natural Language Processing

User Interface Development

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Fixed term contract until 31st March 2027

Flexible Working

We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.

We are seeking a Research Software Engineer to work in the area of Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing to design, prototype and evaluate novel approaches for the analysis of REF Impact Case Studies and to engineer simple user interfaces that exposes the models to non-technical users.

About You

You will have a strong background in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing, ideally at PhD level, with the ability to develop and deliver high-quality research and simple user interface, with the potential to publish high quality work in the relevant research area.