Senior Data Scientist, UCD CeADAR, 12 months

EURAXESS Ireland; Dublin; Remote; EUR 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

CeADAR at University College Dublin is seeking an experienced data scientist to support applied research projects. The role focuses on developing and delivering AI/ML solutions with demonstrable industry impact.

Candidates should have a track record in data science within industrial research settings (over 6 years) and be capable of translating research into real-world outcomes funded by Irish government partners.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record in data science in industrial research settings (>6 years).
• Experience supporting applied research projects in AI/ML.

Responsibilities

• Support applied research projects in AI and ML.
• Develop and validate data-driven solutions for industry problems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate research into impact.

Skills

Data science

Industrial research experience

Job description

Organisation/Company University College Dublin Research Field Computer science » Database management Mathematics » Computational mathematics Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 5 Nov 2026 - 02:27 (UTC) Country Ireland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

CeADAR is funded by the Irish government via Enterprise Ireland and the IDA and is based in University College Dublin. As the national centre for applied artificial intelligence, CeADAR's mission is to help industry and the public sector to adopt AI. In addition, CeADAR is also the designated European Digital Innovation Hub for AI in Ireland, and has a strong presence in the European RD&I landscape. See www.ceadar.ie for further details.
We are very passionate about applying ML algorithms and develop AI applied research and innovation solutions using classic ML to novel transformer neural networks. We test and measure the real customer impact of each model we deploy and support the ecosystem with training, advisory, and AI infrastructure.
CeADAR is seeking an experienced individual who will support applied research projects and who have a demonstrated successful track record in data science in industrial research settings (>6 years).

Salary range: €65,000 to €88,000 per annum.
Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 05/11/2026.