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Currently, Turing is undergoing a restructuring, moving towards a challenge-led model with three Grand Challenges (Environment & Sustainability, Health, Defence & National Security). This will be supported by a cross-cutting Fundamental Research in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence priority area. This new Turing 2.0 model focuses on world-class science and innovation and aims to generate high-quality research and translate it into real-world impact and deployment.
We are looking for Senior Research Associates to support and enable the delivery of this ambitious work, initially centred around developing AI for Physical Systems. Within the Fundamental Research area, we will provide foundational theory, methods and tools to advance the state-of-the art of the use of Artificial Intelligence to model, predict and control physical systems. The aim is to develop the next generation of fundamental ML and AI methods, tools and theory to enable modelling, prediction and control of physical systems. To achieve this, we are creating a multi-disciplinary, mission-driven team which will collaborate with national & international centres of excellence to achieve its goals. Initially, we will be focusing on three strands.
ROLE PURPOSE
The primary purpose of these roles is to conduct internationally leading research, and they will be part of the Fundamental Research cross-cutting priority area. The senior research associates will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team of researchers and research engineers, and will be expected to engage with internal and external stakeholders and collaborators to support delivery of this ambitious research programme. The senior research associates will lead on and work closely with other research associates and team members on various activities across the three strands, and the grand challenges more broadly. The senior research associates may be required to manage and/or provide leadership and mentorship of junior team members, such as PhD students, interns or other early-career members of the team.
These roles will be based the Alan Turing Institute office in London, where we will hold regular mission and cross-GC meetings, and where they can interact with the wider ATI community.
DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Please see the job description for a full breakdown of the role and person specification.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
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CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Sunday 15 September 2024 at 23:59 (LONDON, UK BST)
Interviews are expected to take place from week commencing 30 September 2024.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
This post is offered on a full time, fixed-term basis for 3 years. Part-time (0.8 FTE) applications can be considered. The annual salary is £55,184 - £63,971 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, https://www.turing.ac.uk/work-turing/why-work-turing/employee-only-benefits-guide
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.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
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 building a diverse community and would like our leadership team to reflect this. We therefore welcome applications from the broadest spectrum of backgrounds.
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.
Please note all offers of employment are subject to obtaining and retaining the right to work in the UK and satisfactory pre-employment security screening which includes a DBS Check.
Full details on the pre-employment screening process can be requested from [email protected].