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The Data Lab

A thriving, connected society powered by data and AI

Work With The Data Lab

Chief Executive Officer
  • Edinburgh
  • £100000 - £120000 per annum
  • Permanent

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About The Data Lab

There is no doubt that data and AI will play a pivotal role in shaping the future for generations to come. Its effective implementation has the potential to revolutionise careers, businesses, and organisations across various sectors. However, translating the latest advancements in data and AI into practical applications can be a complex challenge.

At The Data Lab, the vision centres around a vibrant, interconnected society fuelled by data and AI. They foster an environment where cross-sector dialogue, creativity, and collaboration can spark and nurture transformative ideas, products, and societal advancements.

It is uniquely positioned to champion and incubate responsible innovation in data and AI across the public, private, and academic sectors. They engage with students, professionals, universities, colleges, businesses, and the broader community to cultivate a more robust and cooperative economy, paving the way for a brighter future for Scotland and beyond.

The Data Lab actively promotes innovation through collaboration, developing skills, and nurturing talent while championing Scotland's data and AI community. By leveraging their expertise, extensive network, funding opportunities, and various platforms, they aim to build a highly skilled workforce and to transform how Scotland—and the world—approaches innovation in data and AI.

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The Data Lab Values

Innovate

The organisation nurtures innovation and creativity among its people and community. They encourage and facilitate collaboration while fostering a culture of curiosity.

Grow

They provide ample opportunities for learning, growth, and development for both their team and the wider community. A commitment to learning is central to their values, and they embrace every opportunity for improvement.

Support

There is a culture of trust and enablement where team members support one another in achieving their best work. Transparency and openness are prioritised, and they promote a healthy work-life balance.

Respect

They respect the diverse work styles, opinions, responsibilities, spaces, and personalities of all individuals. Championing diversity and acting with integrity are fundamental principles of their ethos.

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The Data Lab's Role

The Data Lab For Business

The smart use of data plays a critical role in the growth of nearly every business. The Data Lab offers a comprehensive range of business support services to help organisations identify opportunities to leverage data for improved outcomes. They assist companies in implementing data and AI solutions effectively, enabling them to harness these technologies for sustainable growth.

The Data Lab For Professional Development

Access the advice, support, training, and various professional development services available from Scotland’s centre for innovation, data and AI. The Data Lab offers a wide range of options to enhance skills and knowledge, empowering professionals to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of data and AI technologies.

The Data Lab for Students

Learning data and AI skills helps students gain insights and the creativity to address various critical business and societal challenges. The courses prepare students for diverse roles across rapidly growing sectors, including digital technologies, energy and utilities, financial services, the public sector, healthcare, urban planning, and more.

The Data Lab For Universities

To innovate and harness the power of data and AI, we must bridge the gap between industry and academia. Since its inception in 2014, The Data Lab has fostered collaborative projects that connect fourteen Scottish universities with SMEs and larger organisations. By linking academic experts with businesses across various industries, it provides students with inspiring opportunities to make a significant real-world impact.

The Data Lab Community

The Data Lab Community unites data and AI enthusiasts from around the world, ranging from seasoned data professionals to curious students and beyond. Its online hub offers a collaborative space for connection, growth, and learning. Whether an industry expert or a passionate learner, anyone can tap into the vast expertise of this thriving data community.

Aliaksei Auhustsinovich

MSc in Data Engineering at Edinburgh Napier University, Class of 2023

I want to thank the team at The Data Lab for their priceless webinars, personal consulting, great events and competitions, motivation and networking.

The Scottish AI Alliance

The Scottish AI Alliance represents a collaboration between The Data Lab and the Scottish Government, guided by a Chair appointed by the Minister and supported by Senior Responsible Officers from both The Data Lab (CEO) and the Scottish Government (CDO).

Launched in March 2021, Scotland's AI Strategy aims to position the country as a leader in the ethical and inclusive development of trustworthy AI technologies.

Under the guidance of the Minister-appointed Chair and the Chief Data Officer, the Alliance fosters dialogue, collaboration, and action on AI initiatives throughout Scotland.

A Leadership Group, comprising representatives from various sectors, oversees activities while working groups are formed as needed to address specific projects and programs within Scotland's AI community.

This initiative falls under the jurisdiction of Richard Lochhead MSP, the Minister for Small Business, Trade and Innovation. Catriona Campbell, the Chief Technology Officer of EY UK&I, serves as the inaugural Chair of the Scottish AI Alliance. A dedicated team from The Data Lab, alongside members of the AI Policy team from the Scottish Government, provides executive support for the Alliance's efforts.

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