Academic Tutor in Artificial Intelligence

Sheffield Hallam University; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield Hallam University invites applications for an Academic Tutor in Artificial Intelligence. You will contribute to AI and robotics teaching, deliver tutorials and practical labs, and support colleagues across the School of Computing and Digital Technologies.

You will work with students one-to-one, prepare robots and software for labs, and stay current with AI trends while helping provide excellent student experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience developing artificial intelligence solutions with contemporary AI tools and techniques.
• Practical experience with robotic systems: configuring, programming and testing robotics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tutorials and lab classes and support colleagues in teaching.
• Assist students one-to-one in tutorials and labs and prepare software and data for practical sessions.

Job description

Academic Tutor in Artificial Intelligence

We are seeking an outstanding individual to make a strong contribution within the area of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics. You will join our existing team and we welcome applications from candidates with:

• Practical experience of developing artificial intelligence solutions using contemporary AI tools and techniques.
• Practical experience of using and developing robotic system, including configuring, programming and testing robotic systems.

Your role will involve delivering tutorials and lab classes as well as supporting other academic colleagues in their own teaching.

You will also have responsibility for helping students on a one-to-one basis in tutorials and labs. You will also be responsible for helping to supporting practical lab sessions for other colleagues, and this may involve working with and preparing robots and other machines, as well as preparing and configuring appropriate software and data.

In this role you can really make an impact. We are looking for people with a passion for artificial intelligence and robotics to engage with our students and provide excellent student experiences. You will be supported by the wider academic team in your role.

You must have an awareness of the current trends, issues, and developments in artificial intelligence and robotics, and have practical knowledge of software development.

You will join a large and vibrant School of Computing and Digital Technologies that is engaged in both teaching and research. The teaching and research activities in the School are consistent with the University aims of being the leading applied university in the UK and to deliver practical knowledge, skills and solutions that meet the needs of employers and society.

Company: Sheffield Hallam University

Salary: £32,722 to £39,560 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Sheffield, S1 1WB

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 13 Nov 2026

Closing date: 24 Nov 2026

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