Named in honour of Alan Turing, the Institute is a place for inspiring, exciting work and we need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to use their skills to contribute to our mission to make great leaps in data science and AI research to change the world for the better.

Please find more information about us here.

The Defence & Security programme at the Turing is looking to expand its AI for Cyber Defence (AICD) Research Centre, a national hub for AIxCyber related research in the UK. AICD is aiming to become a world-class research centre, at the Alan Turing Institute, focussed on delivering the science needed for developing autonomous and resilient cyber defence using deep reinforcement learning (DRL) and other autonomous decision-making techniques. This involves both the application of existing AI algorithms and techniques on open and challenging system and network security problems.

The AICD is currently recruiting for two Research Associates:

Research Associate - Systems Security & Machine Learning

This position would contribute to the identification and technical progress towards applying autonomous decision making techniques (e.g., DRL) to contemporary systems and networks security research areas.

Research Associate - Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning, Security & Privacy

This position would contribute to the application, and fundamental development of, autonomous techniques for defending computer networks and systems.

DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

The Research Associate's will work closely with the Centre Leads based at the Turing Institute to:

• Pursue collaborative research of high quality, consistent with making a full active research contribution in line with the research strategy outlined by the Centre Leads.
• Write or contribute to publications or disseminate research findings using other appropriate media.
• Attend and present research findings and papers at academic and professional conferences, and to contribute to the external visibility of the Institute.
• Participate in and develop internal and external partnerships, for example to identify sources of funding, generate income, obtain projects, or build relationships for future activities.
• Contribute to the running of workshops to showcase early-stage research in the area.
• Participate in international research challenges and competitions (e.g., capture the flag competitions).

• PhD or an equivalent qualification in cyber security, machine learning, computer security or closely related discipline.
• Eligible for UK/NATO security clearance in principle, e.g., by nationality or 5+ years NATO residency.
• General machine learning knowledge.
• Publication record in top-tier peer reviewed international conferences or journals.
• The ability to work in a team and interact professionally within a team of researchers and students.
• Ability to work independently and proactively to lead one’s own work, including planning and execution, and to prioritise work to meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach to managing stakeholders and their requirements and identifying opportunities for collaboration.
• Identify and use a range of standard sources to gather and analyse routine data and produce reports that can be interpreted by others.

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 covering letter. If you have questions about the role or would like to apply using a different format, please contact us on 020 3970 2148 or 0203 862 3340, or email [email protected].

If you are applying for more than one role at the Turing, please note that only one Cover Letter can be visible on your profile at one time. If you wish to apply for multiple roles and do not want to overwrite your existing Cover Letter, please apply for the role using the button below and forward your additional cover letter directly to [email protected] quoting the job title.

If you are an internal applicant and wish to apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter directly to [email protected] and your application will be considered.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 4 June 2023 at 23:59

TERMS & CONDITIONS

This full-time position is offered on a fixed-term basis until March 2025. The annual salary is £42,893 - £48,510 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, https://www.turing.ac.uk/work-turing/why-work-turing/employee-benefits

Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant at a salary of £40,148 per annum

Successful candidates will need to undergo a security check by DSTL’s security team.

The Alan Turing Institute is based at the British Library, in the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter. We expect staff to come to our office at least 4 days per month. Some roles may require more days in the office; the hiring manager will be able to confirm this during the interview.

The Alan Turing Institute is committed to creating an environment where diversity is valued and everyone is treated fairly. In accordance with the Equality Act, we welcome applications from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are committed to making sure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive.

This includes making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have a disability or long-term condition. Please contact us at [email protected] to find out how we can assist you.