Research Scientist jobs in County Bristol

You will work on real production problems rather than research-only work, owning models from first iteration through to live deployment.

You will collaborate closely with other data scientists, data engineers, and DevOps, with the freedom to shape how GenAI and ML are used across the platform.

A leading AI compute company is seeking a Research Scientist to advance AI research on embodied AI and world models. In this role, you'll generate innovative AI/ML ideas, collaborate with engineering teams, and present findings at international conferences. Ideal candidates will have a Master's or PhD in a relevant field and experience with Python and deep learning frameworks like PyTorch. The...

Research Scientist (Embodied AI & World Models) Bristol, UK About Graphcore Graphcoreis one of the world's leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute. It is developing hardware, software and systems infrastructure that will unlock the next generation of AI breakthroughs and power the widespread adoption of AI solutions across every industry. As part of the SoftBank Group,Graphcoreis...

A leading educational institution in Bristol is seeking a Technical Expert to join their innovative team in translational biomedical research. The role involves delivering high-level technical expertise, collaborating with academics, leading projects, and providing training in a supportive environment. With a competitive salary and a full-time contract, this is an exceptional opportunity to...

You will have built an optimization model using MILPs, heuristics, decomposition, or other methods (big focus on linear optimization, not so much on non-linear). In terms of skills you should have strong working experience with optimization solvers (e.g. Gurobi, Cplex, FICO Xpress optimization or other).

You will work on a wide range of Client projects in a rapidly growing business whilst developing your GMP manufacturing career.

You will support the tech transfer & scale-up work within the GMP facility to optimise the procedure under GMP conditions and provide data for application to the regulatory authorities.

Employer: University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust Location: Bristol, BS2 8BJ Pay: £47,810 - £54,710 per annum, pro rata for part time roles Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Part-time – 7.5 hours per week (one day, Tuesday) Disability Confident: Yes Closing Date: 12/02/2026 About this job A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust. Hours:...

Biomedical Scientist | Bristol | Private Hospital | Full Time, Fixed Term Contract - 12 month | Competitive salary plus fantastic benefits | Free ParkingSpire Bristol Hospital is looking for a highly motivated & experienced Biomedical Scientist to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be expected to assist in the organisation, management and development of services within specialty...

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol, UK. In 2023 we completed a £13m Series A funding round led by leading Silicon Valley deep tech VC, Playground Global. Phasecraft’s...

You will design and deploy production-grade graph solutions that model relationships not only between UAVs, missions, and sensors, but across company processes end-to-end: from operations and production to HR and delivery. Your work will provide a transversal view of how data and processes interconnect, powering insights and decision-making across the organization.

You will be joining an established and successful team, working with our water quality Technical Authority on the coordination and delivery of water quality investigations.

You will work effectively as part of a team and with other professionals (environmental scientists, engineers, planners) throughout AtkinsRéalis to provide a consistent and integrated service to our clients.

At Bristol Water we’ve been making people healthier and the economy stronger since 1846. We’ve served generations of families and will serve generations to come. We’re here to have a positive impact on people and the planet for generations. We don’t just give people water - we keep them healthy and help them grow. We work around the clock, testing our water hundreds of times every day. We take...

You will support the assessment and development of new technologies emerging from defence and security research. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you’ll help evaluate market opportunities, prepare commercial documentation and support licensing and early spin-out activities.

You will be responsible for translating complex clinical and real-world data capabilities into clear, scalable, market-ready products that directly address high-impact industry challenges. As a senior leader, you’ll work closely with data science, engineering, and commercial teams to shape solution roadmaps, support major client engagements, and help drive global adoption.

Machine Learning Engineer - Contract (Financial Services, Outside IR35) Duration: 6 months Rate: £650 - £750 per day IR35: Outside Location: UK / Remote We’re seeking an experienced Machine Learning Engineer to support a Financial Services organisation on an initial 6-month contract, working on production-grade ML systems that operate in regulated, high-volume environments. This role is...

Contract MLOps Engineer | MLflow | Databricks | Production ML Duration: Initially 3 months Day rate: £500 - £550, Inside IR35 Workplace: Remote, with occasional travel to client-site Inara are supporting a consultancy-led team delivering production-grade machine learning platforms for a range of end clients, and they’re looking for a senior, hands-on Contract MLOps Engineer to help take ML...

You will provide authoritative technical leadership across the group on accounting, assurance, and financial control, ensuring high standards and strong governance. Based in Bristol, you will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and join a group finance team of around 40 professionals supporting both the Institute of Physics and IOP Publishing, as well as our international operations.

Assistant Soil Scientist – UK We have a great opportunity for a dynamic and motivated Assistant Soil Scientist to join our Sustainable Land and Resource Management team in the UK. Overview We are seeking an individual with experience in the assessment and management of soil and agricultural land quality. The successful applicant will be an important part of an innovative and technically...

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol in the UK and opened an office in Washington DC in 2024, led by Steve Flammia. In 2023 we completed a $17m Series A funding round led by...

A renowned educational institution in Bristol is offering a postdoctoral research position as a Senior Research Associate in Ultrafast Spectroscopy. The role involves conducting advanced ultrafast laser experiments and collaborating with different research groups at the University of Bristol. Applicants should possess a PhD in Physical Chemistry or Physics, and experience with ultrafast laser...