Inkfish Research Scientist in Machine Learning for Wearables

About You

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:Essential criteria1. PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science or other closely related discipline *
2. Experience in deep learning with a focus on predictive modelling for healthcare applications using wearable data (e.g., physical activity, heart rate, heart rate variability, sleep patterns)
3. Sufficient breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes
4. Proficiency in signal processing and anomaly detection techniques to interpret physiological and behavioural data
5. Research skills, as evidenced by a track record in high-quality academic journal publications and/or contributions to scientific conferences
6. Good interpersonal skills, with evidence of networking across teams and complex organisation, along with external partners
7. Ability to write research reports and papers accessible to both academic and lay audiences
8. Project management skills - ability to initiate, plan, organise, implement and deliver programmes of work to tight deadlines * Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6.Desirable criteria1. Knowledge of maternal health indicators, such as blood pressure, blood glucose, gestational weight gain, and stress assessment
2. Ability or potential to contribute to the development of funding proposals in order to generate external funding to support research projectsDownloading a copy of our Job DescriptionFull details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. ## Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘ [How we Recruit]( pages. We are able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK. This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances.