Senior Data Science and Machine Learning Researcher

Searchability; England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist technology organisation in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Data Science and Machine Learning Researcher. This high-impact R&D role involves working on exploratory tasks and developing innovative solutions for complex problems. Candidates should have a strong background in data science, proficiency in machine learning, and the ability to engage with stakeholders. The position offers up to £65k and includes various benefits, with a hybrid working model depending on project needs.

Benefits

Tiered clearance bonus

Funded R&D projects

Clear progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Strong background in data science and machine learning research.
• Experience developing and prototyping novel algorithms or approaches.
• Ability to take research concepts through to practical application.
• Confidence engaging with stakeholders to understand customer needs.
• Active SC clearance and eDV eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Focus on research-led development across exploratory and R&D tasks.
• Shape project direction by translating customer needs into technical solutions.
• Build innovative models and approaches for delivery.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Research and Development

Algorithms

Python

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

• Up to £65k DoE plus package
• Gloucester location – circa 3 days on site
• Active SC and eDV eligibility required
• High‑impact R&D role with strong funding and long‑term growth

ABOUT THE CLIENT:

Our client is a highly specialised technology organisation operating in a secure, mission-focused environment within the National Security sector. Working as part of a small, well‑funded research group within a growing area of the business, this team delivers innovative data science and machine learning solutions to complex customer problems.

THE BENEFITS:

• Tiered clearance bonus
• Funded R&D projects and internal seed investment
• Clear technical growth and progression opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Hybrid/flexible working dependent on project needs

THE SENIOR DATA SCIENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING RESEARCHER ROLE:

You will focus on research‑led development, working across short exploratory tasks and longer‑term R&D initiatives. You will help shape project direction, translate customer needs into technical solutions, and build innovative models and approaches that can be taken forward into delivery. This role suits someone comfortable working at a higher level of ambiguity, with the freedom to define what should be worked on next.

SENIOR DATA SCIENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING RESEARCHER ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Strong background in data science and machine learning research
• Experience developing and prototyping novel algorithms or approaches
• Ability to take research concepts through to practical application
• Confidence engaging with stakeholders to understand customer needs
• Active SC clearance and eDV eligibility

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via [e-mail]. For further information, please call me on 07719 065951. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS:

• Data Science
• Machine Learning
• Research and Development
• Algorithms
• Python
• Stakeholder Engagement