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What does reference data mean?

By reference data we mean the standardised terms used to identify “things” in the data. These things could be codes, spatial objects, namespaces, units of measure, substances, methodologies, organizations and general vocabulary elements. Most datasets make use of such identifiers and to safely interpret the data we need to know what they mean. To enable data sets to be combined or compared we need to reuse, or at least map between, these reference identifiers.

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We’re searching for people to join us in creating powerful data solutions for organisations, to help them make better use of their information.

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    We are growing the team as we build on the successes of our 11 years as Epimorphics and the great projects we have on the go.  We are expecting to be advertising some more roles soon.  However, we are always on the look-out for bright and talented people who love working with data or data…

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We need people who love to explore new technologies and would relish working with recognised experts in the field, meeting new challenges.  If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. We’re successful, we’re growing, and we aim to be the best place you’ve ever worked.

Our latest vacancies are listed here.  Even if you don’t see a role that is right for you now but think you’d be a great fit for us then we’d still love to hear from you.