AI & Property Data Scientist - KTP Associate

University of Exeter; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training budget

Unique career opportunity

Potential long-term opportunities

Residential training

Conference papers support

Industry-academic collaboration

Job summary

The University of Exeter, in collaboration with Intelligent AI Limited, invites applications for a full-time 28-month Knowledge Transfer Partnership project. The role will primarily be remote within the Exeter region, with occasional visits to the university and Exeter Science Park to advance an AI-driven platform that converts planning drawings into structured building data for risk assessment.

The successful candidate will hold a strong academic background in CS/AI, expert Python programming,

Qualifications

• Educated to master’s level or PhD in CS/AI/CV or related field.
• Strong Python programming experience.
• Experience with ML and computer vision frameworks.
• Familiarity with multimodal data processing and document analysis techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with data interpretation.
• Clear written and verbal communication for mixed academic and industry audiences.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and commercialisation of an AI platform.
• Collaborate with academic and industry partners on knowledge transfer.
• Conduct hands-on experimental work and computational modelling.
• Support project management and reporting within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Python programming

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in CS/AI/CV

Tools

ML frameworks

Computer vision

Document analysis tools

Job description

About The Role

This is a full time position available from immediately on a 28-month fixed term contract.

The role

An exciting opportunity has become available to work on a 28-month Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between the University of Exeter and Intelligent AI Limited. The KTP will support the development and commercialisation of an AI-driven platform that automatically converts UK planning application drawings into structured building data, enabling insurers, brokers and property owners to improve risk assessment and generate more accurate reinstatement cost estimates through enhanced insight into internal property layouts.

The successful candidate will be employed by the University of Exeter and will spend the majority of their time working remotely in the Exeter region, with occasional visits to the University of Exeter and Exeter Science Park.

Company Information

Intelligent AI Limited is a fast-growing, highly innovative UK InsurTech and PropTech scale-up, using AI, advanced property data and risk intelligence to transform how insurers understand and manage property risk. The company works closely with leading insurers, brokers and technology partners and has strong connections across the Lloyd’s of London insurance market and wider UK insurance ecosystem. Recognised through major insurance innovation programmes, Intelligent AI offers the opportunity to work at the intersection ofAI, property technology, financial services and real-world commercial innovation.

More information about Intelligent Ai Ltd can be found here: https://www.intelligentai.co.uk/

Qualification / skills we require

• Educated to first degree level, a good Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Computer Science, AI, Computer Vision, or in a related field of study or equivalent experience
• Strong programming capability using Python.
• Experience with machine learning & computer vision frameworks.
• Familiarity with multimodal data processing & document analysis techniques.
• Strong analytical & problem‑solving skills, with ability to interpret complex datasets.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to mixed academic & industrial audiences both in person & online.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary academic–industry team, with commercial awareness.
• Experience of managing research projects or contributing significantly to collaborative research.Well‑organised, self‑motivated able to prioritise work independently within a project framework.
• Enthusiasm for hands‑on experimental work alongside computational modelling.
• Adaptable & able to work effectively in a fast‑paced SME environment.
• Understanding of health & safety requirements & good research record‑keeping practices.
• Commitment to equality, diversity & inclusive working practices.
• Willingness to travel to Exeter for face to face meetings with Intelligent AI, with visits to the University of Exeter as required & flexibility to meet project demands.

Benefits:

• A £4,667 training budget with 10% of your working time dedicated to personal development.
• A unique & challenging career opportunity, working with both industry & academia.
• For the right candidate there will be the opportunity to create an impactful & rewarding career with Intelligent AI after this project is complete.
• The successful applicant will develop a wide range of industrial & research skills for their future career, utilising the skills & knowledge of company supervisors, as well as benefitting from continuous academic support.
• The opportunity to manage & lead on a project early on in your career.
• Specific KTP residential training.
• The possibility to write academic papers & present at conferences.

Before submitting an application you may wish to discuss the post further by contacting Dr Zeyu Fu – at University of Exeter or email Sarah Brooks - at Intelligent AI Ltd.