Research Associate

Job title:

Research Associate

Company

Cardiff University

Job description

School / DirectorateSchool of PsychologyAdvertResearch Associate – Human Factors / Cognitive Science
School of PsychologyThe School of Psychology are seeking a Research Associate as part of the EPSRC AI for Collective Intelligence (AI4CI) Hub ( ): a 5-year ~£12M EPSRC project bringing together researchers from across the UK addressing challenges in pandemic resilience, smart cities, financial stability, healthcare ecosystems, and environmental intelligence.The post-holder will work within the cross-cutting human-centered design theme (under line management of Prof Phillip Morgan), interacting actively with members of the wider research community of the Hub. The post holder will be conducting cutting edge research on human-centred aspects of e.g. smart agents and behaviour tipping points, and will be identifying synergies to help build our collective intelligence.For informal enquiries please contact Professor Philip Morgan atThis position is full-time, fixed term for 36 months and available immediately.Salary: £39,347 – £44,263 per annum (Grade 6).
Appointments to roles at Cardiff University are usually made at bottom of scale unless in exceptional circumstances.Date advert posted: Tuesday, 20 August 2024Closing date: Tuesday, 10 September 2024Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds who have the ambition to create a University which seeks to fulfil our social, cultural and economic obligation to Cardiff, Wales, and the world. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at:Post Reference Number18698BRJob DescriptionMain FunctionThe post-holder will work on an EPSRC project (AI for Collective Intelligence / AI4CI – ) under the leadership of Professor to develop and deliver a package of work within a cross-cutting human-centered design theme, which explores the ways in which AI-driven smart agents can leverage collective intelligence to help people to make decisions. The post holder will also contribute to the overall research performance of the School of Psychology and University, carrying out research with the potential to lead to publications. The appointment will be subject to successful defence security checks and clearance.Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesResearch

• To conduct research on a project examining artificial intelligence for collective intelligence (AI4CI:

). The post-holder will work within the cross-cutting human-centered design theme, interacting actively with members of the wider research community of the Hub, identifying synergies that will help build our collective intelligence. The post-holder will work under the leadership of Professor and will develop and deliver a package of work within a cross-cutting human-centered design theme, which explores the ways in which AI-driven smart agents can leverage collective intelligence to help people to make decisions. * To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of elements of the project and implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting.

• To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate.
• To review and synthesise research literature within the field.
• To contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including supporting bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and (where appropriate) the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students.
• To work with the project team (at Cardiff University and across partner AI4CI universities) to develop research objectives and further proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals.
• To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required.
• To participate in School research activities.
• To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects.

Other

• To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate

General Duties (standard)

• Ensure that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality is applied when undertaking all duties.
• Abide by University policies on Health and Safety and Equality and Diversity.
• Perform other duties occasionally which are not included above, but which will be consistent with the role.

Salary Range Max.44,263GradeGrade 6Salary Range Min.39,347Job CategoryAcademic – ResearchAdditional InformationThis role is part of the EPSRC AI for Collective Intelligence (AI4CI) Hub: a 5-year £12M EPSRC project bringing together researchers from across the UK addressing challenges in pandemic resilience, smart cities, financial stability, healthcare ecosystems, and environmental intelligence. The post-holder will work within the cross-cutting human-centered design theme, interacting actively with members of the wider research community of the Hub, identifying synergies that will help build our collective intelligence.The postholder will be responsible for developing and delivering a package of work for the human-centered design theme, which explores the ways in which AI-driven smart agents can leverage collective intelligence to help people to make decisions.The work will directly impact people, organisations, and policymakers by harnessing the power of data-driven insights, and the post-holder will interact closely with our partners in national and local government as well as the commercial sector in shaping the research programme.This role will initially be focused on using AI to design and test trusted smart agents, and then will progress to evaluating their impact on the tipping points for collective behaviour change.Career PathwayResearchPerson SpecificationIMPORTANT NOTE: When submitting your supporting statement, you must provide evidence as to how you meet each of the essential (and desirable if applicable) criteria below. We suggest that you do so by using each of the criteria as sub-headings, providing written evidence of your relevant skills underneath. Before uploading this attachment, please ensure that you include ****BR within the filename.Essential CriteriaQualifications and Education * Postgraduate degree (or near completion / submission) at PhD level in (but not limited to) Human Factors / Cognitive Science / Applied Psychology / or a highly related subject area, or, equivalent or relevant industrial experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience * An established expertise and proven portfolio of research in (but not limited to) human factors and/or human-centered design and/or relevant industrial experience within the following research fields (or highly related fields):

• Cognitive Science
• Experimental Psychology
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field
• Proven ability to publish in national/international journals / national/international conferences and/or other research outputs.
• Experience of using experiment generation software, and of programming (i.e. using coding).

Communication and Team Working
6. Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication
7 . Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals.Other
8. Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work.
9. Proven ability to work without close supervision.Desirable Criteria * Relevant professional qualification(s) – e.g. MSc in Psychology / Human Factors / Human-Computer Interaction or highly related area

• Evidence of collaborations with external partners – e.g. other universities, industry and/or Government
• Research experience involving human-centred design or a highly related area.
• Experience of using human factors (and related area(s)) tools and methodologies for research – e.g. to measure barriers and enablers to technology – such as trust, reliability, attitudes, situation awareness, and/or workload.
• Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
• Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.

Expected salary

£39347 – 44263 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 00:11:37 GMT

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