Research Fellow (Machine Learning and Data Science)

Job title:

Research Fellow (Machine Learning and Data Science)

Company

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job Description:Research Fellow (Machine Learning and Data Science)
UE07 – £39,347 – £46,974
CMVM / MGPHS / USHER Institute
Full time (35hrs per week)
Fixed Term available from 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2028
Location: Usher Institute, Usher Building Edinburgh BioquarterThe Centre for Medical Informatics at the Usher Institute within The University of Edinburgh is looking for a postdoctoral researcher with experience in data science and machine learning to support the application of advanced statistical learning methods across the newly-established UKRI Hub for Metabolic Psychiatry.The Opportunity:The researcher will have the opportunity to contribute to the design and implementation of advanced machine learning and data science and statistical methods, including, Mendelian randomisation, latent class analysis, time series analysis, and structural equation modelling in the UKRI Hub for Metabolic Psychiatry. This role is highly collaborative, involving engagement with co-investigators, collaborators and partners to ensure delivery of the Hub for Metabolic Psychiatry’s multidisciplinary programme of work and open science platform. The post-holder will interact with researchers from various disciplines at the University of Edinburgh, Kings College London, University of Bristol, University of Exeter, and other project partners.Informal enquiries may be directed to Saturnino Luz, Professor, Chair of Digital Biomarkers & Precision Medicine )Your skills and attributes for success:

• PhD (or near completion) in Computer Science, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Machine Learning or related field, or considerable relevant and equivalent experience.
• Strong data science skills, with experience in managing and processing heterogeneous, time-based data sets.
• Experience in designing and employing statistical and machine learning methods for the analysis biological data.
• Track record in designing and implementing data curation and sharing platforms.
• Excellent programming skills.

Click to view a copy of the full job description.Please include your CV and a supporting statement with details of how you meet the knowledge, skills and experience required for this post.Non-University of Edinburgh employees (i.e. external applicants) – please refer to the user guideCurrent University of Edinburgh employees (i.e. internal applicants) interested in applying for this role – you must apply as an internal applicant through the People and Money Current Jobs tile. Please refer to the system user guideAs a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary of £39,347 – £46,974

• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our

(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefitsChampioning equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab)The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 20 June 2024Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.Interviews will be held at a date TBC.About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team: The Centre for Medical Informatics focusses on the interdisciplinary study of designing, developing and using information technology solutions in healthcare.

Expected salary

£39347 – 46974 per year

Location

Edinburgh – Midlothian

Job date

Sat, 25 May 2024 02:26:11 GMT

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