Job Vacancy
Research Associate in Algorithm Development and Data Science
Position: We are seeking a Research Associate in Algorithm Development and Data Science to be based at our ERI in Thurso.
Responsibilities: The post holders will lead development of algorithms for data processing and analysis, with a focus on imaging sonar data, and future directions including multifrequency echosounder and broadband passive acoustic data. You will explore and demonstrate opportunities for sensor fusion and design structured trial to evaluate and characterise the performance of new sensors. You will explore opportunities to contribute to wider data processing ranging from radar remote sensing, to aerial drone measurements of surface currents and marine plastic litter.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills: The suitable candidates will have the knowledge, skills and experience associated with a first degree, together with a PhD or equivalent professional qualification/ at least 4 years appropriate professional experience. You will have the developing ability to prepare research proposals, to conduct individual research work and to disseminate results. You will have excellent analytical, programming or data science/computer science experience, with experience in managing and processing large datasets. An interest in machine learning/ deep learning and applicability to marine sensing is required as well as a passion for transforming complex datasets into actionable ecological insights.
Experience of academic teaching would be advantageous.
A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application.
Benefits of working for us:
45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme
£80 towards cost of glasses required for VDU work
To Apply: For a full job description and an application form, download the pack at: Staff - Vacancies (uhi.ac.uk) or email recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk
Please include your CV with your application.
Reference no.: NWH ADDS 01
Salary range: Research Associate I £36,066 - £38,641 per annum, Research Associate II £41,467 - £44,420 per annum
Duration: Fixed Term for 3 years
Working hours: 35 hours per week. Full-Time
Location: Thurso
Closing Date: 12pm, Friday 16th May 2025
If you have any queries about the application process please contact recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk.
