Technical Database Curator – Fixed-Term (Max 6 Months)

Job title:

Technical Database Curator – Fixed-Term (Max 6 Months)

Company

Botz Limited

Job description

Your missionWe’re Hiring a Technical Database Curator for a Stealth Startup (fixed-term contract – max 6 months).We are seeking a detail-oriented Technical Database Curator to build, manage, maintain, and optimize our extensive data repositories. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in material science, mechanical engineering, or a related field and expertise in data collection, processing, and structuring. You will be responsible for developing high-quality datasets spanning areas such as material science, 3D geometry, fluid dynamics, and actuation/sensing, ensuring their accuracy, consistency, and usability for advanced research and engineering applications.Your profileKey Responsibilities:

• Data Curation and Creation
• Identify, collect, clean, and structure scientific and engineering datasets from multiple sources (academic literature, vendor catalogs, research archives).
• Design and develop structured datasets tailored to project needs, ensuring their reliability and relevance.
• Implement data preprocessing techniques, feature extraction, and transformation methods to enhance dataset usability for modeling and analysis.
• Database Optimization
• Structure and index databases to enable efficient data retrieval and storage.
• Collaborate with data engineers to ensure databases are scalable and performant.
• Data Integration
• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate data from multiple sources into centralized repositories.
• Implement pipelines where necessary to merge disparate datasets.
• Metadata & Standards
• Develop and maintain metadata standards to enhance data discoverability and usability.
• Ensure consistent naming conventions and data governance practices.
• Data Quality Assurance
• Implement rigorous quality control measures to validate data accuracy and resolve inconsistencies.
• Maintain detailed documentation of data sources, transformations, and validation checks.
• Security & Compliance
• Ensure data security and integrity in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Stay updated on relevant data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Strong foundational knowledge in the key subject areas relevant to our databases, including material science, 3D geometry, fluid dynamics, and actuation/sensing. Experience or coursework in materials engineering, mechanical engineering, robotics, or a similar field is highly desirable.
• Basic knowledge of the test machines used to characterise mechanical properties of a material
• Experience in data collection, preprocessing, and analysis of complex scientific datasets.
• Familiarity with SQL and basic data structuring concepts (database expertise is not a primary requirement but nice to have).
• Basic knowledge of metadata standards and data governance best practices to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and usability.
• Keen attention to detail and a strong commitment to maintaining high data quality, particularly in complex, subject-specific datasets.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability and a willingness to engage in detailed, hands-on data tasks.

Why us?Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote options.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

If you are passionate about data management and want to play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing valuable datasets, we encourage you to apply for this position!

Expected salary

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:46:16 GMT

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