PhD in AI for Elite Sport: Readiness, Governance & Integration

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University invites applications for a PhD studentship exploring how organisations move from experimenting with AI to embedding it in sport. You will design and lead a comparative multiple case study of how clubs adopt and govern technology, with fieldwork that includes interviews and social network analysis.

The project examines governance, regulation and relationships with technology providers and leagues, aiming to deliver a practical diagnostic tool for the sector.

Qualifications

• Experience working/studying in, or with sports organisations, governing bodies or sport technology providers.
• An understanding of AI regulation.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead a comparative multiple case study of how clubs adopt and govern technology.
• Conduct semi-structured interviews with senior decision makers and perform social network analysis.
• Train in case study design, qualitative interviewing and network methods.

Skills

Sports sector exposure

AI regulation awareness

Job description

Manchester Metropolitan University invites applications for a PhD studentship exploring how organisations move from experimenting with AI to embedding it in sport. You will design and lead a comparative multiple case study of how clubs adopt and govern technology, with fieldwork that includes interviews and social network analysis.

The project examines governance, regulation and relationships with technology providers and leagues, aiming to deliver a practical diagnostic tool for the sector.