AI Academic in Social Sciences - Lecturer (Hybrid)

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university in Manchester is seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence to contribute to the Department of Social Statistics. The ideal candidate should have a strong track record in AI research and a proven ability to secure research funding. This permanent, full-time role offers excellent benefits such as a market-leading pension scheme and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Market leading Pension scheme

Employee health and wellbeing services

Exceptional annual leave entitlement

Paid closure over Christmas

Local and national discounts

Qualifications

• Strong academic record with published contributions.
• Ability to apply for external research funding.
• Expertise in Agentic AI, Large Language Models, or social sciences.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Conduct and publish high-quality research.
• Engage in departmental and university service activities.

Skills

Published research in Artificial Intelligence

Development of toolkits or frameworks

Experience in securing research funding

Education

PhD in Artificial Intelligence or related field

Job description

A leading UK university in Manchester is seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence to contribute to the Department of Social Statistics. The ideal candidate should have a strong track record in AI research and a proven ability to secure research funding. This permanent, full-time role offers excellent benefits such as a market-leading pension scheme and flexible working arrangements.