AI-Driven Communications Insights Analyst

University of Exeter; Exeter; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£150 training budget

Unique career opportunity in industry–

Academic support and supervision

Job summary

University of Exeter, on a fixed-term AKTP project, seeks a data-savvy researcher to join the collaboration with M&C Saatchi World Services LLP. The role focuses on testing AI-driven approaches to enhance public messaging about democracy, with duties split between Exeter and London visits.

The ideal candidate has a first degree in relevant fields, strong data skills (Python/R), and experience in multidisciplinary teams. This is a full-time fixed-term position from Nov 2026 to Feb 2027.

Qualifications

• Educated to first degree level in data science, statistics, psychology, political science, computational social science, neuroscience, marketing analytics or in a related field of study or equivalent experience.
• Confidence using tools such as Python, R, or equivalent analytical software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with structured datasets, statistical analysis, reproducible workflows, and data visualisation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to mixed audiences.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary academic–industry team with commercial awareness.
• Experience managing research projects or contributing significantly to collaborative research.
• Well-organised, self-motivated, and able to prioritise work independently.
• Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements and good research record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Test AI tools that estimate brain responses to messages to improve public communication about democracy.
• Work on a 3-month AKTP between the University of Exeter and M&C Saatchi World Services LLP.
• Spend majority of time on Exeter Streatham Campus with ~5 visits to M&C Saatchi World Services in London.
• Full-time commitment for the fixed-term period.

Skills

Python or R

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Project management

Organised

Adaptability

Health and safety knowledge

Equality and inclusion

Willingness to travel (to London)

Education

First degree in data science / statistics / psychology / political science / computational social science / neuroscience / marketing analytics

Job description

University of Exeter, on a fixed-term AKTP project, seeks a data-savvy researcher to join the collaboration with M&C Saatchi World Services LLP. The role focuses on testing AI-driven approaches to enhance public messaging about democracy, with duties split between Exeter and London visits.

The ideal candidate has a first degree in relevant fields, strong data skills (Python/R), and experience in multidisciplinary teams. This is a full-time fixed-term position from Nov 2026 to Feb 2027.