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Vineland

Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) can help you grow your career because we are looking for a Research Scientist (Applied Data Science), to join our amazing team. Reporting to the Director of Consumer, Sensory and Market Insights or delegate, the Research Scientist provides applied research, data science, software, analytics, AI-readiness, and digital horticulture leadership within approved R&D; priorities, projects, services, and workplans. The role leads scoped technical implementation, develops reusable and auditable research data workflows and analytical tools, supports proof-of-value projects, contributes to client and partner opportunities, and provides technical recommendations that support applied research delivery.

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Columns - Lead the technical design, development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of scoped software tools, research data workflows, dashboards, automation tools, AI-enabled applications, and digital horticulture components within approved R&D; projects, service, and client-facing work.

- Develop documented, reusable, auditable, and quality-controlled data structures, metadata practices, lifecycle controls, version control approaches, code-integrity practices, and responsible data-use methods.
- Apply data science, machine learning, computer vision, statistical modelling, decision-support, reporting, and advanced analytics methods to produce scientifically valid, reproducible, interpretable outputs for approved research and service purposes.
- Translate research, business, client, and partner needs into technical requirements, implementation plans, resource estimates, acceptance criteria, service concepts,



and delivery plans for review and approval. What we need from you… - BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng, or equivalent with experience in applied data science including computer science, software engineering, data science, bioinformatics, computational biology, information systems, artificial intelligence, or machine learning, or a closely related field.
- Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in software engineering, data engineering, applied data science, ML/AI implementation, research software development, scientific computing, digital systems, or applied research technology delivery.
- PhD considered an asset. ( *A more comprehensive position outline is available upon request.) Why Work for Us Our people are the most important asset in achieving our goals and are known in the world for their excellence in science and entrepreneurship. Our staff enjoys an exciting and challenging work environment noted for collaboration and knowledge sharing. Vineland strives to create an workplace that brings the power of diversity to life. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, persons with disabilities, persons of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and others. In accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. You will be required to present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials). Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services at: http://www.wes.org/ca .

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