Mission Lead - Fundamental Research in AI for Physical Systems

HOURS: 36

CLOSES: Sunday 20 October 2024  at 23:59 (LONDON UK BST)

The Alan Turing Institute

Named in honour of Alan Turing, the Institute is a place for inspiring, exciting work and we need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to use their skills to contribute to our mission to make great leaps in data science and AI research to change the world for the better.

Please find more information about us here 

BACKGROUND

Join us as we define our new era to make great leaps in data science and AI in order to change the world for the better. We have three ambitious interconnected goals: 

• Advance world-class research and apply it to national and global challenges.
• Build skills for the future.
• Drive an informed public conversation. 

We will take 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:

1. Environment and sustainability.
2. Defence and national security.
3. Transformation of health.

Our Grand Challenges provide a common focus, mandate to prioritise and inspiration for diverse communities and capabilities to come together. They are underpinned by our work on Fundamental data science and AI research and supported by our Core Capabilities and Emerging Priorities. Beneath each Grand Challenge, Missions constitute targeted problems which require portfolios of activity to be achieved.

We are looking for an ambitious and inspirational scientific leader, to drive the first mission within the Fundamental Research in AI and Data Science Priority Area: AI for Physical Systems. This role will report into the Science and Innovation Director for Fundamental Research in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

Find out more on Fundamental Research in AI and Data Science priority area - Fundamental research in data science and AI | The Alan Turing Institute 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

• Develop the strategy and scope of the AI for Physical Systems mission for the Fundamental Research in AI and Data Science priority area.
• Break down the mission’s vision and lead delivery of the mission.
• Manage, lead and inspire a team of researchers and professional staff.
• Convene Institute partners to maximise opportunities for translation and exploitation of the algorithms, software, methods, theories and tools developed through the mission.
• Encourage the Institute’s and the UK’s wider research community to work together to make a global impact.
• Help grow relationships with current and prospective funders. 

Person Specification

• PhD or equivalent level of professional qualifications and/or experience in data science.
• Record of research excellence in the area of AI for Physical Systems.
• In depth understanding of the national data science and AI landscape, in the context of AI for Physical Systems.

Please see our portal for a full breakdown of the Job Description.

Terms and Conditions

This role will be appointed on a full-time, fixed term basis for 3 years (with the possibility of extension). Part-time applications can be considered (0.5 FTE minimum).

The annual salary is from £89,598 with excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, Employee-only benefits guide | The Alan Turing Institute.

Application procedure

Please see our jobs portal for details on how to apply. 

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.