Research Fellow in AI Policy

About us

UCL’s Department of Computer Science (CS) is a top-ranked Computer Science Department in the UK. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF) evaluation, UCL Computer Science was ranked second in the UK for research power and first in England.

About the role

The project is run by the UCL AI Centre which, in addition to a strong technical research focus, supports AI policy development. The prime responsibility of the post holder will be to research AI policy and regulation in the UK and place this in a global context, reporting these results on a frequent basis and helping organise meetings and workshops with key stakeholders.

Please note that appointed at Grade 7 is dependent upon having been awarded a PhD; if this is not the case, initial appointment will be at Research Assistant Grade 6B Spine point 25 (salary £37,332- £ 39,980 per annum) inclusive of London Allowance) with payment at Grade 7 being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD thesis.

The role is 0.4FTE. This post will be funded until 28/02/2026 in the first instance.

About you

The candidate will have a degree and an academic background in AI for policy and regulation, with a demonstrable interest in understanding UK and international AI policy and regulation. The candidate will have excellent English spoken and written communication skills.

What we offer

The Salary is £42,099–£50,585 pro rata inclusive of London Allowance

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan On-Site nursery On-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

To apply for the vacancy please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below. If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact David Barber

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