Top Research Jobs in Bristol

Conduct research in visual generative modelling, multimodal learning and world models; design and run ML experiments; publish results; collaborate with software and silicon teams to shape hardware-aware algorithms and deployment strategies for embodied AI, robotics and autonomous systems.

Design and run ML experiments, implement and optimize algorithms for hardware efficiency, collaborate with researchers and engineers, and publish and present results at AI conferences.

The role involves researching and developing large language models (LLMs) with a focus on transformer architecture, data curation, distributed training, and optimization. Responsibilities include conducting experiments, collaborating with teams, and staying updated on deep learning advancements.

Conduct literature reviews and evaluate emerging chemical filtration technologies; design and run proof-of-concept experiments; apply chemical analysis techniques; prioritise and coordinate test work; and communicate results to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Lead research into gas and water filtration technologies: scope and run technical projects, design or specify experimental rigs, develop test methods, perform literature and experimental assessment, manage stakeholders, and communicate results to technical and non-technical teams to enable technology transfer and optimisation.

Committee members will review and approve research requests to access real-world data, ensuring the applications serve the UK public and improve cancer patient outcomes.

Design and develop mechanical components and electromechanical assemblies from concept through pre-production. Create 3D CAD, engineering drawings, perform structural and thermal FEA, develop test rigs and validation programmes, define requirements and risks, apply DFM/DFA, GD&T and PPAP, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to produce manufacturable, IP-rich solutions.

Lead discovery and development of new floorcare and adjacent home technologies. Design and build prototypes, run and analyse tests, manage risk and requirements, collaborate with global product teams, document results, and mentor junior engineers.

Join the Motivation and Social Neuroscience lab to collect and analyse behavioural and neuroimaging (fMRI/MEG) data, run large-scale online studies, contribute to manuscripts and presentations, develop/adapt methods and models, supervise/guide assisting staff or students, handle research-related administration, and collaborate with national and international partners while promoting equality and inclusion.

Lead statistician for complex clinical studies from protocol/SAP planning through reporting; develop sample size, modeling, adaptive/Bayesian designs; oversee statistical deliverables (SAPs, randomization, CSR contributions), advise on regulatory strategy, manage biostatistics projects and budgets, support BD and DSMB/DMC activities. Travel ~20%.

As a Research Intern, you will contribute to original research in deep learning, design novel neural network architectures, and collaborate on projects with researchers.

Seeking a Staff or Principal Research Scientist to develop cutting-edge AI models and systems, with a strong emphasis on experimental design and full-stack research ownership.

The Senior Research Partner at Maze collaborates with teams to integrate user research into product development, leading customer engagements and providing best practices in UX Research.

Identify and qualify new business opportunities through high-volume outreach (phone, email, LinkedIn), research targets, nurture leads, coordinate with marketing and Solutions Account Executives, schedule demos, and build a strong pipeline by reaching decision makers and generating qualified opportunities.

The VP of Research, Machine Learning will lead the research direction for AI systems, focusing on intelligence design, evaluation frameworks, and advanced machine learning techniques while ensuring real-world applicability.

Identify and qualify new business opportunities through high-volume outreach (phone, email, LinkedIn), research targets, engage prospects, document pre-sales information, coordinate with marketing and account executives, and build a pipeline of qualified meetings and demos.

Support development of tokenized equity products by conducting due diligence, building financial and commercial models, performing market and competitor research, preparing committee memos and presentations, tracking ECM activity, and owning research workstreams through transaction execution.

Lead and scale user research across Core Banking, define strategic research direction, partner with senior stakeholders, manage and coach research managers (6-8 reports), synthesize qualitative and quantitative insights, and embed a global research operating model to inform product and organisational strategy.

Support delivery of neuroscience research by coordinating, preparing and maintaining living human brain slice cultures. Provide day-to-day lab support including solution preparation, immunohistochemistry, data collation and general laboratory tasks to enable experiments and maintain facilities.

The Senior Research Scientist will innovate and optimize models for real-time learning, collaborating across domains to enhance efficiency and impact, with a strong focus on practical applications and measurable outcomes.

Join the Swaffer lab to investigate how cell size affects RNA biology using yeast genetics, molecular biology, quantitative imaging and sequencing-based assays to study non-coding RNAs, ribosome assembly and RNA turnover. Work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team to drive experimental progress and analysis.

Postdoctoral researcher to study mammalian brain regeneration using single-cell genomics, develop brain injury models, perform in vivo stereotaxic surgery and cross-species comparisons in spiny mice. Embedded in a collaborative team to drive discovery and translational insights over a 36-month fixed-term appointment.

Coordinate and deliver clinical research activities for the FutureMS study at the Glasgow site, including scheduling visits, participant engagement and advocacy, clinical data collection, and data entry. Support the wider Anne Rowling Clinic research portfolio and ensure compliance with required background checks.

Provide administrative support to the MND‑SMART clinical trial team, ensuring trial documentation is prepared, maintained and stored to MHRA and ethical standards; support trial delivery across >25 sites, liaise with investigators and clinic teams, manage filing and regulatory documentation, and contribute to a busy research office within the Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic.

Academic role combining research, teaching and administration in computer science. Duties include leading research (publishing, funding, supervision), designing curricula, delivering high-quality teaching, contributing to management and outreach, and mentoring colleagues and students.