Research Associate in Computer Vision and Explainable AI

Job Title: Research Associate in Computer Vision and Explainable AI

Department/School: School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems

Campus: Derry ~ Londonderry campus

Salary: £33,020 - £36,654 per annum

Duration: Fixed-term until 31st August 2026 / Full-time

Closing Date: 1st December 2025

Reference Number: 039546



- ABOUT US -



We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland.



Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.



- THE ROLE -



The research team has secured funding from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) for the development of a portable, low-cost smartphone-based app incorporating an AI model to be used for point-of-care screening for Specific Learning Difficulties in children.



A full-time position for a researcher with skills in Computer Vision/Machine Learning/Explainable AI is available to help pursue the design, development, and testing of the proposed application in preparation for its evaluation in patient trials. This is a cross-disciplinary project involving collaboration with both clinical and healthcare partners and will involve public-patient interactions throughout the design process.



Due to the short-term nature of this post, the successful candidate will be required to start immediately and hold proof of right to work in a full-time role in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of the post.



We may create a 12-month waiting list for same or similar roles within the Department/Faculty. The University reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the University if required for certain posts.



- ABOUT YOU -



The postholder will be required to have:



- Degree in Computing Science or related discipline.

- Experience in computer vision, machine learning, and explainable AI.

- Evidence of coding experience in mobile app development.



Please find our employee benefits on our website.



Athena Swan Statement



The School of Computing, Engineering & Intelligent Systems holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our university website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working.



The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.