Research Associate in Causal AI

Job title:

Research Associate in Causal AI

Company

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job Description:UOE07 – £39,347 to £ 46,974Institute for Imaging, Data and Communications, School of EngineeringContract Type – Fixed Term – 3 YearsFull Time – 35 Hours Per WeekPosts x 4The Opportunity:The School of Engineering seeks to appoint four Research Associates in Causal AI. These Research Associate positions will contribute to the EPSRC funded CHAI AI Hub and the VIOS group at the University of Edinburgh.We are looking for enthusiastic postdoctoral researchers to join our team led by Prof. Sotirios Tsaftaris ( ) in the prestigious high-profile CHAI AI Hub [ ] funded by EPSRC to help us develop new causal AI methods as applied to a variety of healthcare applications co-created within an ecosystem of partners and stakeholders. Our aspiration is to change the future of healthcare precisely because we devise better AI methods rooted in causal.Areas of particular interest include generative models, representation learning, causal predictive models.The candidate will:

• join a dynamic, international team of several postdocs and students working in AI at the University of Edinburgh -a powerhouse in artificial intelligence, engineering and medicine;
• contribute to a national center of excellence where deep learning and AI meets real healthcare data directly addressing industry and societal needs; and
• visit and interact with academic partners at Imperial College London, Kings College London, University College London, The University of Manchester and The University of Exeter as well as large body of industry, policy and government stakeholders (more than 50)
• interact with more than 80 affiliated researchers and 8 PDRAs and 11 PhD students of CHAI.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working weekly arrangement subject to planning.Your skills and attributes for success:

• A relevant PhD
• Expertise in the areas of interest above evidenced by related publications in well-regarded venues
• An ability to deliver quick proof-of-concepts of your original thinking
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a team
• A positive attitude illustrating enthusiasm in high risk/reward open-ended research

Click to view a copy of the full (opens new browser tab)As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary of £39,347 to £ 46,974
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our

(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefitsChampioning equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab)The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 17 June 2024.Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.Please apply including a cover letter, complete CV and a single publication that best reflects your fit for the role, combined into a single documentFirst round of interviews will be held last week of June 2024About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:Engineering has been taught at Edinburgh in one form or another since 1673. In 2002, the present School of Engineering was formed from the previously existing departments of Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Since then, the School has grown from strength to strength, growing rapidly in the last 5 years, now having the largest number of students among the seven Schools in the College of Science and Engineering, offering undergraduate degree programmes across all disciplines and taught Masters courses in niche areas. All of the undergraduate degree programmes are accredited by the relevant professional institutions.The School of Engineering addresses diverse complex challenges across the entire field of engineering, at the micro- and macro/global scales. At the microscopic scale, its research supports the design and deployment of novel nanotechnology and devices for biological monitoring and medical diagnosis; at the macro/global scale, it optimises the security and sustainability of the built environment and develops engineering solutions to climate change issues. In REF 2021 the joint submission from the University of Edinburgh and Heriot-Watt University to General Engineering was ranked 1st in Scotland and 3rd in the UK for quality and breadth of research. The ranking cited is based upon the breadth and quality of research which apply standard formula (as used by the Times Higher Education) to the REF 2021 results.The School has a strong track record in producing more than 50 technology spin-outs and developing industry links that enable our graduates to build career-long relationships. Current research income in the School was c.£22.0M in 2020/21.We aim to ensure that our culture and systems support flexible and family-friendly working and recognise and value diversity across all our staff and students. The School has an active programme offering support and professional development for all staff; providing mentoring, training, and networking opportunities.The School of Engineering holds a bronze Athena SWAN award, in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education & research.Further information, including details of undergraduate & postgraduate taught programmes:

Expected salary

£39347 – 46974 per year

Location

Edinburgh – Midlothian

Job date

Sat, 11 May 2024 03:19:45 GMT

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