Department
Computer Science
Salary
£36,024 - £54,395 a year
Grade
Grade 6/7
Contract status
Fixed term
Hours of work
Full-time
Based at
University of York campus
Interview date
To be confirmed
Posted Date
25/01/2024
Apply by
23/02/2024
Job Reference
13046
Documents
Job Description 13046 Grade 6.pdf (PDF, 181.31kb)
Job Description 13046 Grade 7.pdf (PDF, 185kb)
The University of York's Department of Computer Science is seeking to recruit two Research Associates/Research Fellows to conduct research on trustworthy AI.
The posts are for work in the context of the Horizon Europe projects SOPRANO and AI4WORK, whose objectives involve developing socially-acceptable and trustworthy AI solutions for robotics and autonomous systems. The research work will involve developing novel techniques for assessing the trustworthiness of AI algorithms considering various dimensions, such as robustness, explainability, transparency, and support of human autonomy. These techniques will enable effective design-time AI evaluation leading to AI model retraining and repair, while runtime AI supervisors capable of diagnosing drift will trigger the execution of appropriate countermeasures early to prevent harmful system misbehaviour.
The candidate should have a background of excellent research across at least one of AI, Software Engineering or Robotics, as well as willingness and aptitude for collaborating closely with the project partners.
Skills, Experience & Qualification neededResearch Associate (Grade 6)
PhD, or in final stages thereof, in AI, Software Engineering or Robotics. Significant experience in these areas may be considered in lieu of a PhD.
Strong programming skills (preferably using Python/C/C++/Java).
Ability to write up research work for publication in high profile journals and engage in public dissemination.
Highly developed communication skills to engage effectively with a wide- ranging audience both within and outside academia, both orally and in writing, using a range of media.
Research Fellow (Grade 7) All of the above and in addition:
Strong research track record in AI, robotics and autonomous systems, or a related discipline, e.g., machine learning, human factors, to engage in high quality research and development.
Proven ability to participate actively in the planning and management of research projects, including supervising the work of others and providing expert advice and guidance.
To contribute to and/or lead the obtaining of external research funding.
Research Environment
You will join a large and internationally leading team who specialises in AI and software engineering, with a substantial research track record and success at delivering research results as part of big, collaborative research projects. The team includes five permanent members of academic staff, six research associates/fellows, and 20 PhD students. The team is highly supportive and encourages cross-project collaboration, especially on joint publications and the development of new research projects.
Project Duration: The post is available on a fixed-term basis until 31st December 2026.
Interview date: To be confirmed
Informal enquiries can be made to Dr. Simos Gerasimou (simos.gerasimou@ york.ac.uk).
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We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.
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