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The Public Policy Programme works alongside policy-makers to explore how data-driven public service provision and policy innovation might help solve long running societal problems. We also work hand-in-hand with public sector organisations and citizens to develop practice-based ethical standards for the responsible development and use of data science and AI. Our dynamic group works closely with the UK government, as well as international organisations like the United Nations, the Council of Europe, and the European Commission.

The Public Policy Programme is developing a major new stream of work dedicated to understanding the implications of bringing artificial intelligence and machine learning into government and public services. As part of this work, we are seeking to appoint a casual research assistant focussing on applications of government AI. This part time position would be especially suitable to someone currently in a graduate degree programme at the masters or PhD level. The successful candidates will help push forward our programme of work and further our understanding of the use of machine learning and artificial intelligence in government and public services.

The appointed research assistants will work on a variety of projects within the broad area of government AI. They will help to create a wide ranging UK decision index, which maps the landscape of contemporary AI in UK public services. They will also help complete a project reviewing the use of automatic prioritisation algorithms across healthcare and social services. The outputs of their work will lead to both high impact journal publications in major outlets in political science and public administration and deep engagement with current government AI practitioners.

DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Support original research in the area of artificial intelligence in government.
• Support with the creation of resources for the wider academic and policymaking community, such as UK Government Decision Index.
• Support the work of policymakers, regulators and others by providing advice, attending workshops and giving talks.
• Help to write Turing Public Policy Briefing Paper, blogs and insight reports.
• Support with building the AI and public policy community at The Turing.

• A Masters or undergraduate degree in politics, government, policy, sociology, history, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable interest in government and public administration.
• Demonstrable interest in artificial intelligence and technology.
• Experience and/or interest in scientific communication.
• Excellent writing skills and proven ability to communicate complex, specialist or conceptual information/research findings.
• Ability to organise working time, take the initiative, and carry out research independently, under the guidance of the PI.
• Creatively solve problems, working both independently and with other team members.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This is a part-time role is offered on a zero hours contract for 3 months with the possibility of extension. The hourly rate for this casual position is £16.80 and it is anticipated that the successful candidate will be expected to work 10-15 hours per week.

We also welcome applications from PhD students who wish to work on a part-time basis.

This position requires an immediate start and is subject to there being no restriction by the Home Office or by the UK Border Agency to your entry and/or continued stay in the UK.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click the apply button below. You will need to register on the applicant portal and complete the application form including your CV and a covering letter that outlines how you meet the job specifications. If you have questions about the role or would like to apply using a different format, please email [email protected].

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Sunday 26 March 2023 at 23:59

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