Data Scientist
About this role
Every plant, animal, and human emits invisible chemical signals that carry extraordinary information about health, stress, and the environment. Our mission is to harness those signals using scent science, AI, and data to predict, prevent, and protect against threats to people, animals, crops, and ecosystems. From our origins as a spin-out of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine to our growing global footprint, we’ve built a reputation for scientific excellence, bold innovation, and a shared belief that technology can and should improve lives. Why join dot? Purpose you can feel We’re a for-purpose, for-profit company with a simple belief: science and technology should make life safer for people, animals, and the planet. When you join dot, your work doesn’t sit on a shelf. It moves into fields, clinics, communities, and ecosystems where it can genuinely change outcomes. Science with real-world punch Our work cuts across public health, agriculture, animal health, and pest management, sectors that shape everyday life for billions. Whether you're building scent-based diagnostics, exploring new data patterns in dot.core TM , or helping partners validate breakthrough biologicals, your ideas have the chance to create global impact fast. Collaboration without ego We’re a team of entomologists, engineers, chemists, data scientists, and change-makers who believe the best solutions happen when disciplines collide. There are no ivory towers here, just open conversations, shared problems, and people who genuinely enjoy learning from each other. Space to grow, room to try Dot is moving fast, and so will you. You’ll have the freedom to experiment, stretch your skills, and take ownership of work that matters. We back curiosity, encourage bold thinking, and understand that learning sometimes involves getting things wrong before we get them right. A culture built on kindness and integrity We care about the how as much as the what. Integrity, humility, andrespect are non-negotiable. We’re proud to be a place where people listen,support each other, work hard, and celebrate different perspectives. Innovation is important, being agood human is essential. OUR PEOPLE Who we hire We’re looking for people who are excited by big challenges and unafraid to venture into the unknown. People who ask questions, who listen well, who think differently, and who care deeply about the impact of their work. If you’re the kind of person who is: A trailblazer with a grounded mindset A curious learner who embraces crossing disciplines A compassionate collaborator Someone who’s comfortable with iteration, experimentation, and pushing boundaries Someone who values i ntegrity, humility, and kindness as much as intelligence …then you’ll thrive here. Typical roles we hire for include: Entomology & Chemical Ecology Exploring how scent shapes behaviour and biology Data Science & AI Turn complex biological signals into meaningful insights Product Development & Engineering Creating solutions that safeguard health, food, systems, and ecosystems Regulatory & Scientific Services Helping partners move ideas safely into the real world Commercial, Marketing & Partnerships Connecting innovation with the people who need it most Typical roles we hire for include: Entomology & Chemical Ecology Exploring how scent shapes behaviour and biology. Data Science & AI Turning complex biological signals into meaningful insights. Product Development & Engineering Creating solutions that safeguard health, food systems, and ecosystems. Regulatory & Scientific Services Helping partners move ideas safely into the real world. Commercial, Marketing & Partnerships C onnecting innovation with the people who need it most. Typical roles we hire for include: Entomology & Chemical Ecology Exploring how scent shapes behaviour and biology Data Science & AI Turning complex biological signals into meaningful insights Product Development & Engineering Creating solutions that safeguard health, food systems, and ecosystems. Regulatory & Scientific Services Helping partners move ideas safely into the real world. Commercial, Marketing & Partnerships Connecting innovation with the people who need it most. how we work Flexible and collaborative, supporting balance & creativity Our team is based across the UK, Europe, and global partner sites, with headquarters in London and satellite offices including Rothamsted and the University of Edinburgh. We offer flexible hybrid working arrangements, supporting balance and creativity. We believe innovation thrives in environments where science meets empathy and where people feel empowered to experiment, collaborate, and take bold steps forward. Join us If you’re ready to be part of the next era of intelligent, sustainable science join dot and help us build a smarter, healthier world. Live roles Odour Discovery Principal Scientist, Analytical Chemist London, UK Find out more Product & Embedded ML Data Scientist Edinburgh, UK Find out more Don’t see a role that fits? We’re always open to exceptional people.
What this role is, and what else it is called
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