Latest machine learning scientist Jobs

Staff Machine Learning Software Engineer, Research

Lead and shape research initiatives in machine learning for physics-based simulation, focusing on scalable and distributed training of foundation models. Translate research prototypes into robust, production-grade systems using cloud and HPC infrastructure, while mentoring junior engineers and guiding technical direction across the Research team.

PhysicsX London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Machine Learning Infrastructure Engineer, Research

This role involves building and operating scalable ML infrastructure for training and serving large physics models, with a focus on distributed training optimization, data pipeline performance, and model deployment. You'll work closely with research scientists and ML engineers in a high-impact R&D environment, solving systems-level challenges in GPU clusters and HPC workflows. The position emphasizes end-to-end ownership of research infrastructure, reproducibility, and developer experience for fast iteration.

PhysicsX United Kingdom

Research Leader / Senior Scientist (Medicinal Drug Design), Cambridge, MA

Lead or contribute to drug discovery projects by integrating medicinal chemistry expertise with AI-driven platforms. Collaborate closely with machine learning teams to refine predictive models and drive programs from hit identification to candidate selection. Play a key role in shaping next-generation drug design through innovation in structure-based and fragment-based approaches, while mentoring teams and managing external research partners.

Isomorphic Labs Cambridge, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Research Leader / Senior Scientist (Computational Drug Design), Cambridge, MA

This role involves leading drug discovery programs using AI-driven computational chemistry, either as a Program Lead or Computational Chemistry Lead. You'll shape Isomorphic Labs' AI platform by integrating cutting-edge machine learning into cheminformatics workflows, guide projects from hit identification to candidate selection, and collaborate across disciplines. The position emphasizes scientific leadership, technical innovation, and mentorship within a culture focused on transforming drug discovery through AI.

Isomorphic Labs Cambridge, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Snr Data Scientist, Computational Genomics/DNA Modelling

Develop and apply machine learning models to link DNA sequence and regulatory elements to functional outcomes in disease contexts. Integrate genomic data with transcriptomic and epigenomic datasets to uncover disease mechanisms and support target discovery. Collaborate closely with experimental teams to validate predictions and guide research in a highly interdisciplinary environment.

Relation Therapeutics London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Data Scientist – Computational Genomics, 12-month

This role involves applying and developing machine learning and statistical models to analyse large-scale genomics, transcriptomics, and multi-omics datasets for target identification and validation in drug discovery. The Data Scientist will work at the intersection of computational genomics and ML, integrating human genetics data with functional omics to uncover disease mechanisms. Collaboration with experimental and machine learning teams is central, with an emphasis on reproducible workflows, hypothesis validation, and clear communication of insights.

Relation Therapeutics London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Data Scientist

Develop and deploy machine learning models to transform complex defence data into actionable intelligence, working directly with military end users and technical teams. Integrate AI-driven solutions into operational workflows, including agentic automation and data processing pipelines, within the SitaWare platform. Support real-world military exercises and customer engagements across the UK and internationally.

Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa

Senior Applied Data Scientist

This role involves leading end-to-end data science projects to enhance customer personalisation for major retail clients like Tesco UK. You'll design and deploy machine learning solutions using large-scale transactional data, conduct A/B testing, and translate complex insights for both technical and business audiences. The role emphasizes innovation, collaboration with high-impact teams, and deploying scalable data products in a fast-paced environment.

dunnhumby London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Data Scientist

This role involves designing and developing customer-focused data science solutions, including segmentation, lifetime value, forecasting, and targeting. You will work closely with the Data Science Lead and other team members to take models from problem definition through deployment and monitoring, and contribute to the development of a new Data Science platform.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment Merseyside, United Kingdom £40,000 – £48,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Lead Data Scientist

A Lead Data Scientist will lead complex, high-impact AI projects for clients in financial and professional services, defining technical direction and delivering production-grade solutions. The role involves mentoring teams, managing technical risk, and acting as a trusted advisor to clients in regulated environments. Innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and shaping long-term technical strategy are central to the position.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Research Scientist/Engineer - General Decision & Control Agent

This role involves advancing autonomous AI agent systems with a focus on long-term reasoning, memory, self-improvement, and reinforcement learning. The researcher will design scalable memory architectures, develop self-evolving agent capabilities, and contribute to novel research in agentic RL and LLM-based reasoning. Work is conducted in a high-impact research environment with publication and innovation as core goals.

Adecco London, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom £100,000 – £180,000 pa

Senior Research Scientist - AI Safety

This role involves leading high-impact AI safety research, focusing on red teaming and evaluations for frontier models in high-risk domains such as cybersecurity and national security. The scientist will drive technical research from concept to publication, shape safety strategies, and support real-world deployment of responsible AI systems through collaboration with government and commercial partners.

Faculty AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Principal Data Scientist (Fine-tuning & Model Optimisation)

Lead the design and implementation of fine-tuning strategies for large language models, from selecting base models to deploying optimised versions in production. Build evaluation frameworks and reproducible experiment pipelines while mentoring a technical team. Work across data, domain, and product functions to deliver reliable AI models for regulated, real-world applications.

Experis United Kingdom £110,000 – £130,000 pa

Principal Data Scientist

A Principal Data Scientist will lead high-impact machine learning initiatives within the Defence sector, driving technical strategy and client delivery. The role involves scoping complex AI solutions, writing production-grade code, mentoring junior scientists, and supporting technical sales. Work includes on-site collaboration with government clients and shaping ethical, cutting-edge AI applications in high-stakes environments.

Faculty London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

R&D Scientist

This role involves leading scientific research projects in applied physics and imaging technology, focusing on X-ray systems, optics, and AI-driven algorithm development. The scientist will use MATLAB extensively for data analysis, modelling, and creating advanced detection solutions. Work spans experimental research, machine learning, and cross-team collaboration to deliver real-world technological innovations.

Euro Projects Recruitment Basford, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom £30,000 – £40,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required