Named in honour of Alan Turing, The Institute undertakes inspiring, exciting work. We need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to apply their skills to our mission to make great leaps in data science and artificial intelligence (AI) research to change the world for the better.
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BACKGROUND
Join us as we define a new era for The Alan Turing Institute. With renewed energy and focus, we will pursue our purpose to make great leaps in data science and AI in order to change the world for the better.
We have three ambitious interconnected goals:
We are taking a grand challenge-led approach to science and innovation, harnessing the power of data science and AI to make lasting impact on the following three of the world’s most pressing societal issues:
Our Grand Challenges provide a common focus, mandate to prioritise and inspiration for diverse communities and capabilities to come together. They are underpinned by the Institute’s capability in fundamental data science and AI research, together providing an end-to-end interdisciplinary pathway to impact at scale.
Reporting to the Institute’s Chief Scientist, these roles will form part of the Science and Innovation leadership team and will take collective responsibility for delivering impact at scale in alignment with our vision for Turing 2.0.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
We are now looking for four ambitious and inspirational leaders, to drive the Institute’s Grand Challenges and our work on Fundamental data science and AI research.
We are seeking a diverse set of Directors of Science and Innovation and would be particularly interested to hear from candidates with experience and successes from outside the norms of academia and traditional research environments.
The ideal candidate will be an effective leader with the ability of taking vision into execution.
Collaborative by nature you will be delivering real-world impact in terms of science and innovation, building skills for the future and helping to drive an informed conversation around this fast-moving technology.
You will take on an enabling role, helping to make big things happen for the UK and the Turing by removing existing barriers to use data science and AI to solve some of the most pressing challenges.
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Providing leadership
Working with stakeholders
Developing culture
Act as a figurehead
Person Specification
Essential
Please visit our portal for a full breakdown of the Job Description.
Terms and Conditions
The roles will be appointed on a permanent basis, or alternatively could be for a minimum of a fixed term of 5 years.
In exceptional circumstances we can accommodate secondments on an interim basis before engaging in a permanent employment contract. You must be willing to commit at least 80% of your time to the Turing with a maximum of 20% of your time working on non-conflicting activities at your home organisation.
The Institute is headquartered in Kings Cross, London and so while we operate a hybrid working model you will be expected to spend time there each month to connect to your peer group and to work with teams across the Institute.
The position offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, https://www.turing.ac.uk/work-turing/why-work-turing/employee-benefits
Application procedure
If you are interested in these opportunities, please visit our portal (via the ‘Apply’ button above), and apply for the position more relevant to your profile.
Cezanne OnDemand | Director of Science and Innovation-Fundamental Research (intervieweb.it)
Cezanne OnDemand | Director of Science and Innovation-Grand Challenges (intervieweb.it)
You will need to register on the applicant portal and complete the application form and include your CV and covering letter. If you have questions about the role or would like to apply using a different format, please contact recruitment@turing.ac.uk.
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
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 adjustments@turing.ac.uk to find out how we can assist you.
Location: | London |
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Salary: | Competitive |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Permanent, Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 20th September 2023 |
Closes: | 31st October 2023 |
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