Associate Professor in Operations, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence

Nottingham Trent University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 30-35 days

Pension scheme

Performance bonus

Health & wellbeing services

Job summary

Nottingham Business School at NTU is seeking an Associate Professor in Operations, Analytics and Artificial Intelligence. You will lead research, contribute to curriculum development and collaborate across the department to advance AI-enabled transformation.

The role offers flexibility and opportunities for research leadership with a strong focus on sustainable operations and analytics. Applications welcome even if not all requirements are met. Interview in late November 2026.

Qualifications

• Strong research profile with publications in AI or operations.
• Experience in curriculum development and teaching at postgraduate level.
• Ability to lead research collaborations across departments.
• Eligibility for UK sponsorship considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead research initiatives in AI-enabled transformation.
• Contribute to teaching and curriculum development across programs.
• Engage with Sustainable Operations and Analytics Research Lab.
• Support the school's research and learning strategy.

Skills

Research leadership

Data management

AI strategy

Sustainable operations

Job description

Empower Future Leaders. Doing things differently. Associate Professor in Operations, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence

Salary- £60,377 - £69,962 per annum

Full time/ Permanent

About the Role

The Department of Strategy, Analytics and Operations at Nottingham Business School is actively looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join us as Associate Professor in Operations, Analytics and Artificial Intelligence. We are seeking a candidate who can contribute to the research and learning culture through research leadership, capacity and curriculum development within the subject area. The ideal candidate should have a strong research profile and expertise in one or more of the following areas: digital technologies and AI for sustainable operations, business intelligence and data management, responsible AI and governance, AI strategy, or AI-enabled transformation.

This role is diverse, providing opportunities to contribute to a wide range of collaborative research and teaching-related activities across all levels. Responsibilities include engaging in the Department's Sustainable Operations and Analytics Research Lab as well as working closely with colleagues across the department to support the school's research and learning strategy. Additionally, the role offers the chance for individuals to utilise their knowledge in designing academic content for students.

For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly. To ensure the diverse needs of our team are met we actively encourage secondments and offer flexible part-time working patterns - we're focused on finding the right person for the role.

Interview Date: Week commencing 30/11/2026.

About Us

Nottingham Business School (NBS) delivers research and education that combine academic excellence with real-world impact on people, business, and society.

We lead in experiential learning and personalised education, and our research drives positive change across social and economic spheres. This informs all our programmes, from undergraduate to doctoral.

With strong partnerships across business, public, and voluntary sectors, NBS is known as the business school for business. We hold the prestigious Triple Crown Accreditation (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA), placing us in the top 1% of business schools worldwide. Discover more on our website.

At NTU, we do things differently. Join one of Europe's largest and most innovative business schools to help shape inclusive research and make a real difference.

For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact either Demola Obembe - Head of Department at [e-mail] or Michael Hewitt - Assistant Head of Department at [e-mail]

Join Us

Find out more about our academic community at NTU, including the support we offer to academics at all stages of their careers.

We also offer:

• 30 - 35 days annual leave per year plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
• Opportunity to receive a bonus for exceptional performance and contribution
• Range of health and wellbeing services, including a Health Cash Plan, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
• And a whole lot more...Find out more about the range of benefits we offer.

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Whilst this role is currently eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position, or for more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.