Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence

UCL Eastman Dental Institute
London
1 year ago
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About the role

● To conduct impactful research in AI and to publish findings in leading journals and conferences.
● To contribute to the development, planning, and implementation of a high-quality curriculum, ensuring alignment with department standards and goals.
● To actively pursue funding opportunities for research, including interdisciplinary projects that align with impactful AI applications.
● To organize and manage collaborations with a diverse range of external partners, fostering industry engagement and supporting student project opportunities.
● To supervise and assess MSc student projects, including those involving external clients, ensuring students gain practical and impactful experiences.
● To undertake administrative duties related to teaching, assessment, and module coordination, supporting the efficient delivery of MSc programs.
● To organize and participate in events, seminars, and workshops that promote UCL’s MSc programs, especially those in AI for Sustainable Development and AI for Biomedicine and Healthcare, to industry and academic audiences.
● To mentor and support students, providing feedback and guidance to help them succeed academically and professionally.
● To engage in continuous professional development in university teaching and research, staying current with advancements in AI and pedagogy.
● To carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, the title of the post and its grading as requested by the line manager or Head of Department.

About you

Candidates should hold a PhD in Artificial Intelligence or a closely related field and demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of core AI topics, including the fundamentals of machine learning, deep learning, and probabilistic modelling. Additionally, the role requires expertise in real-world AI applications and an awareness of their societal, environmental, and economic impacts. The post-holder will teach modules within the MSc AI for Domain Applications programs and carry out teaching and assessment duties as assigned by the department.

FURTHER DETAILS:


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 Prof. Delmiro Fernandez-Reyes ()

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) • Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

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