Data Scientist

About Us:

Material Evolution is a materials technology company founded in 2020 by CEO, Dr. Liz Gilligan and headquartered in Middlesbrough with offices in London and Wrexham. With a successful £15 million Series A funding round in summer '23 and our cutting-edge production facility in North Wales, we are on track to eliminate gigatons of carbon emissions.

We’re an ever-expanding team of innovators, scientists, and experts, combining our unique blend of experience, skills, and expertise to drive change in the cement and concrete industry.

Join us, and be part of a groundbreaking effort to build a more sustainable world, one material at a time.

About this Role and the Impact You Will Have:

As a Data Scientist, you will play a pivotal role within our collaborative Data & AI team, where your work will directly contribute to revolutionising materials development. You will analyse complex datasets, uncover meaningful insights, and develop predictive models that drive innovation and enhance decision-making.

Working closely with scientists, engineers, and stakeholders, you will bridge the gap between data and discovery, accelerating progress toward sustainable, cutting-edge solutions. As a member of the Data & AI team, you will work alongside world-class talent in an environment that not only fosters innovation but also personal and professional growth.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Analyse large and complex datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Build and optimise AI and machine learning models to predict material properties, enhance efficiency, and accelerate R&D efforts.
• Collaborate closely with material scientists and domain experts to translate scientific challenges into data-driven solutions.
• Create clear and compelling visualisations to communicate insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Key Skills and Experience Required:

• A problem solver with a deep analytical mindset
• Advanced degree in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or related quantitative field
• Proven track record of building and deploying machine learning models into production
• At least 2 years of experience as a Data Scientist or in a similar role
• Experience with statistical analysis, predictive modelling, and machine learning techniques.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL and Python and associated ML/DL libraries (Numpy, Pandas, scikit-learn, Keras, Plotly, TensorFlow, or PyTorch, etc.)
• Knowledge of statistics and machine learning algorithms
• Work experience of one major public cloud
• Experience in MLOps, productionising ML models and developing web-app solutions
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a desire to collaborate in diverse, multidisciplinary environments.
• Passion for innovation and sustainability, particularly in the cement and concrete industry.

Our Benefits and Perks:

At Material Evolution, we provide everything you need to perform at your best. Our rewards, benefits, and initiatives are designed to support your career growth, enhance your well-being, and contribute positively to our community.

Along with a competitive salary, we offer an outstanding benefits package, including 25 days holiday (plus an extra day for your birthday), cycle to work scheme, learning budget and social events. We're passionate about well-being, which is why we've partnered with a leading healthcare provider and offer a wellness allowance.

We’re creating an environment and culture where every individual feels safe and empowered to do their best work. We believe in everyone being treated and paid fairly, no matter their age, sex, ethnic background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.