Research Scientist

Marston
3 days ago
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We’re Aioi R&D Lab - Oxford, research and development centre in one of the fastest-growing insurance companies. And we’re proud of our warm and inclusive culture. We’re building a diverse community, with a unique blend of strengths, to take our business to the next level.

You’ll be a research scientist using the expertise about data science and the collaboration with business partners, technical partners and academic partners, developing new AI solution for insurance industry and contributing to solve societal problems over the world.

If you’re looking to go further, faster join us and enjoy every opportunity.

CHALLENGED NOW AND-EXPERT NEXT.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct feasibility assessments and validate the suitability of cutting-edge technologies, such as machine learning, big data analytics, generative AI, multi-agent systems, and quantum computing, within the insurance and risk consulting domain.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify social and business challenges in the industry and develop innovative solutions that leverage the identified technologies.

  • Analyze complex data sets and provide insights to support strategic decision-making processes for clients in the insurance sector.

  • Design and implement proof-of-concept projects to demonstrate the potential value and practical implementation of the identified technologies.

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and emerging trends in technology, specifically related to the insurance industry, and provide recommendations on their potential impact on our services.

  • Support business development efforts by participating in client meetings, presentations, and proposals, showcasing the benefits and capabilities of our technology solutions.

    Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications:

    Essential

  • You have experience with some modelling paradigms and techniques such as active learning, transfer learning, agent-based modelling, optimisation, Bayesian inference, entity extraction/resolution, spatio-temporal modelling.

  • Enjoy developing models from first principles and are unbiased in your choice of modelling techniques.

  • Experience across some of the lifecycle of a model including requirements gathering, converting these into actionable tasks, model implementation, validation and deployment.

  • Ability to conduct research, produce conceptual models, develop prototypes and mentor others in the process.

  • Experience communicating complex modelling concepts to a range of audiences both technical and non-technical.

  • Experience assuming a technical leadership role on projects.

  • You have a good first degree in a STEM subject with a significant mathematical component. A PhD is not required but is an advantage.

  • Programming skills in Python.

  • Experience handling large datasets, suitable software techniques and hardware requirements.

  • Knowledge of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.

  • Other programming languages (Java, JavaScript/TypeScript).

  • Ability to communicate complex ideas at varying levels of depth according to audience

    Desirable

  • Initiating projects from scratch including the consideration of business model.

  • Deep knowledge for insurance industry.

  • Strong interest for global business, especially in Japan.

    Why Join Us?

    We're all about helping you grow, with plenty of support to develop in your current role whilst also creating opportunities to explore new ones and advance your career.

    We realise that we need to be a good fit for you above all else – so here’s what you can enjoy about AND-E:

  • Recognised as the Best Large Insurance Employer: We are proud to have been named the Best Large Insurance Employer for 2023 at the prestigious British Insurance Awards.

  • Unmatched Work-Life Balance.

  • Competitive Salaries and Benefits Package: We offer competitive salaries that recognise your skills and expertise.

    Our community’s unwritten rule is to be as flexible as we can be. We understand life happens, and on occasion, we all need a bit of give and take in our day. We don’t want you missing your child’s school play, or the new fridge being delivered. We believe our colleagues should have choice, flexibility, and balance in their home and work life, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported, including embracing neurodiversity and ensuring all individuals have the tools and opportunities they need to thrive. Our colleagues should have choice, flexibility and balance in their home and work life.

    We like to think our benefits package is one of the best, focusing on colleagues’ health, wealth, and lifestyle. We offer:

  • 28 Days annual leave with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday*

  • 15% Discretionary Annual Bonus*

  • Private Medical & Permanent Health Insurance*

  • 4 x Annual salary Life Assurance*

  • Health and Wellbeing Benefits: Including money back on health-related expenses (optician, dental, physio, etc.), Flu Jab vouchers, Virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme, and enhanced family-friendly policies (baby bonus & pension advisory service)

  • Financial and Lifestyle Support: Offers financial flexibility through Wagestream*, annual season ticket loans*, cycle scheme*, and £250 towards driving lessons for you and dependents*.

  • Subject to company performance and completion of probation

    Aioi Nissay Dowa Europe is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Employees and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics)

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