AI Adoption Lead, Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC)

Ulster University; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulster University in Belfast or Derry-Londonderry is seeking an AI Adoption Lead for the Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC). This full-time, fixed-term role runs until 31 August 2029 and will work with businesses to identify AI opportunities, translate requirements into projects, and support rapid prototyping using AI tools.

The post requires strong partnership skills, experience with Generative AI, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Computing, IT, Innovation, Management or a closely related discipline.
• Experience of using Generative AI and AI assisted development tools (such as ChatGPT Codex, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) to develop prototypes, automate business processes, generate insights or support business transformation activities.
• Experience of working with organisations to identify, scope and support Artificial Intelligence, digital transformation or innovation projects that delivered tangible value to the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for responsible adoption of AI and translate requirements into defined AI projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver business engagement and innovation activities.
• Support discovery activities, rapid prototyping and value delivery through AI initiatives.

Skills

Generative AI experience

AI-assisted development tools

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Degree in Business, Computing, IT, Innovation, Management or related

Tools

ChatGPT Codex

Claude Code

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Job Title: AI Adoption Lead, Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC)

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

Campus: Belfast or Derry~Londonderry

Duration: Fixed-term until 31st August 2029 / Full-time

Closing Date: 20th November 2026 at 23:30

Reference Number: 044306

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 postholder will be a full-time AI Adoption Lead for the Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC), a collaboration between Ulster University (UU) and Queen's University Belfast (QUB).

The postholder will be an integral member of a multidisciplinary team, working directly with businesses to identify opportunities for the responsible adoption of Artificial Intelligence. They will assess organisational readiness, facilitate discovery activities, analyse business challenges and translate organisational requirements into clearly defined AI innovation projects. Using modern AI tools to support discovery, rapid prototyping and business transformation activities, the postholder will work collaboratively with AICC technical teams to support the development of proof of concept and proof of value projects.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong partnership approach, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver business engagement and innovation activities. They will be innovative, commercially aware, highly organised and customer focused, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and support organisations in making informed decisions about AI adoption.

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 Business, Computing, IT, Innovation, Management or a closely related discipline.
• Experience of using Generative AI and AI assisted development tools (such as ChatGPT Codex, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) to develop prototypes, automate business processes, generate insights or support business transformation activities.
• Experience of working with organisations to identify, scope and support Artificial Intelligence, digital transformation or innovation projects that delivered tangible value to the organisation.

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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 in higher education. 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.