Data Scientist (KTP Associate)

Faculty of Environmental Science and Economy

The above full-time post is a Knowledge Transfer Partnership Associate role available immediately, on a fixed term basis, for 24 months. The role will be physically based at Applegate Marketplace’s offices in Barnstaple, North Devon, the successful candidate will be expected to work at the Barnstaple office at least two days a week and from home up to three days per week.

The role:

An exciting opportunity has become available to work on a 24 month Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between the University of Exeter and Applegate Marketplace Ltd. Applegate Marketplace Ltd operates a B2B procurement platform connecting buyers and suppliers. The KTP will develop an AI tool to improve matching between buyers and sellers within the company's online marketplace. 

The successful candidate will be employed by the University of Exeter but will be based at Applegate Marketplace in Barnstaple, North Devon. They will be expected to work a hybrid pattern with 2 days based in the office.

About you:

Applicants should have a degree in Data Science, Computer Science or a related subject, and be able to demonstrate a good understanding of data science, AI and machine learning. They should have excellent communication and problem solving skills.

Addition desirable skills are:

Experience with generative AI Experience with AWS Services and AWS Cloud Services. Experience of developing complex data science methodologies

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

Benefits:

A £4,000 training budget with 10% of your working time dedicated to personal development. A unique and challenging career opportunity, working with both industry and academia. The successful applicant will develop a wide range of industrial and research skills for their future career, utilising the skills and knowledge of company supervisors, as well as benefitting from continuous academic support. The opportunity to manage and lead on a project early on in your career. Specific KTP residential training. The possibility to write academic papers and present at conferences.

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