WDSS: ML Competition Team

Machine Learning Competition Team

  • WDSS
  • Coventry, UK (Remote)
  • Part-time

WDSS is recruiting for members of the WDSS Competition Team. Two teams will be formed based on the programming language in use, Python or R. The Competition Team is going to participate in competitions hosted on platforms such as Kaggle or DrivenData

Role Responsibilities

  • Researching and applying machine learning algorithms and statistical models to the challange at hand.
  • Pre-processing data as needed.
  • Regular meetings with your team to share and discuss your ideas
  • Preparing submissions with the team's results

Candidate Attributes

  • Knowledge of programming languages, such as R and/or Python.
  • Ability to work in a team.
  • Motivation to research cutting-edge data science solutions.
  • [Preferable] Experience with machine learning and statistical modelling.
  • Preferable] Past participation in online data science competitions.

How to Apply

  • Use the application button on this page or email recruitment@wdss.io.
  • The body of your application should contain one short paragraph for each of the following points:
    • Why you wish to take up the role
    • How you are qualified for the role
    • What your interest is in WDSS
  • If you have a CV you're welcome to attatch it to your application, but please note this is not required as long as you elaborate on previous experience when answering the application questions.
  • We will promptly get in touch to discuss the role further.

Job Overview

  • Posted date : 04 Oct 2021
  • Location : Coventry, UK (Remote)
  • Job nature : Part-time
  • Start date : ASAP
  • Application start : 04 Oct 2021
  • Application end : N/A

You can find the full application details in the job listing.

About WDSS

WDSS is a student-led society focused on spreading the word of interdisiplinary data science through talks, networking, teaching, and research.