Full-Time Technical Specialist/Data Scientist
Job Description
A bit about us
The School of Science, Engineering & Environment aims to transform the quality of life for society and the well-being of future generations through a better and more sustainable future, offering students programmes from Architecture to Zoology.
Industry collaboration is at the core of what we do, combined with a passion for research and finding solutions to real world problems we may face now and in the future. Our work is interdisciplinary with a strong focus on developing knowledge for our colleagues as well as students.
The University’s Campus Masterplan includes 3 new buildings for the School and marks a move toward delivering world leading research and innovation.
We will have a brand-new dedicated building, a new Robotics Centre, as well as ‘Energy House 2.0’ – an unrivalled environment to develop energy saving products.
A bit about the Technical Specialist/Data Scientist role
We’re seeking an enthusiastic technical specialist (data scientist) to provide support to an innovative project, ERDF GM AI Foundry.
The exciting project brings together 4 major North West universities in a high profile, collaborative consortium that will assist regional SMEs in developing business growth through the application and utilisation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for innovation.
You will be involved in development of innovative products and services that utilise AI.
We are particularly interested to hear from candidates with knowledge in AI toolkits, methods and languages, such as Scikit learn and Keras.
The role requires skills in visualisation and virtual reality, as well as software development.
The culture and ethos of the post is directed towards teamwork and building relationships.
We aim to create an inspirational, inclusive learning and working environment, celebrating the diversity of our University community.
At Salford you’ll be encouraged to innovate, be courageous and unstoppable, to ensure we’re all working to a shared goal of delivering a great experience for our students and wider community.
This is a full time, fixed term opportunity until the 30/06/2023.
What’s in it for you?
With over 200 languages spoken across Greater Manchester, we want to create an inspirational, inclusive learning and working environment, celebrating the diversity of our University community in our everyday conversations.
Our student population is already incredibly diverse and we want to ensure this is reflected across our colleague profile as well.
We have wide ranging colleague support networks, promoting awareness events throughout the year and giving you the opportunity to share your experiences with others.
Our extensive faith centre facilities reflect our continuing commitment to support the student and colleague experience and the beliefs and values you bring to our community.
There are varied benefits available that you can tailor to suit you – everything from additional annual leave, savings on High Street shopping, travel discounts, and health and wellbeing support.
To maintain work/life balance, you can connect to work from wherever you are. Whether it’s our Peel Park Campus, MediaCityUK or your couch at home, the tools are there for you to do your best work.
Flexibility on working from home is supported where possible, however the role will be based on the university campus.
However you identify, whatever your pathway has been to get here, come and join us at the University of Salford where we are all proud to belong
The University is committed to an inclusive approach to promoting equality and diversity.
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