Research Scientist - Knowledge and Semantics ££70,000 GBP 10% bonus Onsite WORKING Location: United Kingdom (East of England - Chelmsford) Type: Permanent Senior Research Scientist - Data Science & Machine Learning Location : Chelmsford (hybrid 2 days a week) Salary: Up to to £70,000 10% bonus We are seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join our growing AI/ML innovation team focused on applying advanced machine learning and statistical signal processing to real-world sequential data challenges. You'll lead R&D projects across domains such as defence, space, and autonomous systems, working alongside multi-disciplinary teams and academic partners to develop cutting-edge solutions. Key Responsibilities: Lead technical delivery of AI/ML research projects Mentor junior researchers and drive innovation Design and prototype inference algorithms and ML solutions Publish research and engage with academic partners What You'll Bring: PhD or equivalent experience in AI/ML or signal processing Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn) Strong experience with time-series data, decision-making models, or sensor fusion A track record of innovation and delivering complex R&D Preferred Expertise: RF comms, radar, EW, sonar, or autonomous systems Pattern-of-life analytics or distributed sensing Human-machine teaming or space-domain awareness Join a mission-driven team solving complex data challenges at the intersection of AI and real-world impact. Reference: AMC/JMR/DSM jamc