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As a Higher Scientist you will have the opportunity to plan and deliver a number of technical activities to take our research to the next level.\nThe successful candidate will play a key role in developing creating and implementing complex data processing and analytical pipelines for mass spectrometry imaging applications. Working with large-scale hyperspectral datasets, you will innovate and apply advanced computational approaches, including statistical modelling and machine learning, to extract meaningful information related to complex biological systems and deliver robust, reproducible scientific insights.\nAs part of a multidisciplinary supportive team, you will collaborate with scientists, software developers, industrial partners and customers to create new capabilities and address real-world measurement challenges. You will contribute to the delivery of high-impact research projects, support the development of NPL's data science and bioinformatics capabilities, and help translate leading-edge science into practical solutions for industry and government.\nAs a Higher Scientist, you'll be expected to acquire new knowledge to find solutions to advance our research. Also, if commercial opportunities arise from your work, you'll need to flag these - as this is how new products and services are born. At NPL, we learn from each other, respect each other, and work together to do better for ourselves and our customers.\nYour primary responsibilities will include:\nSharing your learnings so that we all benefit and mentoring those with less experience than you\nDeveloping partnerships to strengthen our capability\nActing as an ambassador for our work externally and being willing to promote what we do\nProviding technical support for any bids, we may be undertaking\nAbout You\nYou are an enthusiastic and innovative scientist with a strong background in the analysis of complex biological datasets and a passion for applying computational methods to challenging scientific problems.\nYou will hold a PhD and possess strong coding and data analysis skills. You will be comfortable working with large, multidimensional datasets and have experience developing robust analytical workflows, statistical models or machine learning approaches to support scientific discovery.\nYou will enjoy working collaboratively across disciplines and be able to communicate complex technical concepts to a range of audiences. Experience of working in an industrial, applied research or customer-facing environment would be highly advantageous, as would experience of mass spectrometry imaging, hyperspectral data analysis, or the development of scientific software tools.\nEssential\nPhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, data science, analytical chemistry, or an -omics discipline.\nCurious with a self-driven desire to learn the state-of-the-art in mass spectrometry imaging and explore advances in adjacent fields that could accelerate our research and capability. \nDemonstrable experience in analysing large, complex, multidimensional datasets.\nStrong programming skills in one or more scientific computing languages such as Python, R or similar.\nExperience developing and maintaining complex data processing and analysis pipelines.\nStrong understanding of statistical analysis, data modelling and experimental data interpretation.\nAbility to apply computational approaches to solve scientific and technical problems.\nExperience communicating technical findings through reports, publications or presentations.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.\nDesirable\nExperience analysing hyperspectral imaging data.\nKnowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques for scientific data analysis.\nExperience developing predictive or statistical models for biological systems.\nFamiliarity with cloud computing, high-performance computing or scalable data processing environments.\nExperience developing scientific software, packages or reusable computational tools.\nKnowledge of data standards, reproducibility practices and FAIR data principles.\nExperience working in an industrial, commercial, regulatory or customer-facing environment.\nExperience working in collaborative research projects involving multiple stakeholders.\nTrack record of attracting, supporting or delivering externally funded projects.\nExperience engaging with customers, partners or end-users to understand requirements and deliver practical solutions.\nWe actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that nationality, residencyand security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process. To work at NPL, you will need to obtain BPSS security clearance.\nPlease note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical.\nAbout Us\nThe National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK.\nNPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.\nAt NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we hold memberships and accreditations to ensure we’re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome, please see our Diversity & Inclusion page.\nWe are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range of benefits. Our values are at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success.\nTo ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. 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