Research Assistant (Fixed Term)

CamWebDir; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence (CFI) at the University of Cambridge invites applications for a fixed-term Research Assistant (12 months) to support the CAPAIBLE laboratory. You will join the Kinds of Intelligence team, working with an interdisciplinary group across CS, AI and cognitive science.

Applicants should have an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, and demonstrate proactive, highly organised working style along with strong communication

Qualifications

• Applicants should have, or be close to obtaining, an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience in a research environment is desirable.
• Familiarity with AI or cognitive science is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day activities of CAPAIBLE and help the laboratory run smoothly.
• Coordinate meetings and manage communications with internal and external partners.
• Assist with grant reporting and public engagement activities.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team across CS, AI and cognitive science.

Skills

Research coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Public engagement

Communication

Education

Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

# Research Assistant (Fixed Term)UUniversity of CambridgeCB2 1TNvia University of CambridgePosted 15 Oct 2026Apply on cam.ac.uk →The Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence (CFI), with the Institute for Technology and Humanity (ITH) at the University of Cambridge, is seeking a full-time Research Assistant for 12 months in the first instance to support the CAPAIBLE laboratory - Cognition and Predictability in AI Behaviour: Laboratory for Evaluation. The Research Assistant will join the Kinds of Intelligence team at CFI, a multidisciplinary team comprising expertise in Computer Science, AI, Cognitive Science and related fields.The DepartmentCFI is a highly interdisciplinary research centre addressing the challenges and opportunities posted by artificial intelligence, in both the short and long term. CFI is based at the University of Cambridge, with partners in Imperial College London, and UC Berkeley, and close links with industry and policymakers. More information is available at: https://www.lcfi.ac.uk/The RoleThe Research Assistant's main duty will be supporting the day-to-day activities of CAPAIBLE, playing a key role in keeping the laboratory running smoothly and helping the research team focus on its core scientific work. Responsibilities span research coordination, stakeholder engagement, internal communication, and public-facing activities. Strong organisational and interpersonal skills are essential, as the role involves working closely with a diverse, interdisciplinary team and a range of external collaborators and partners.Applicants should have, or be close to obtaining, an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline. We are looking for someone who is proactive, and comfortable working across a broad range of tasks - from coordinating meetings and managing communications to supporting grant reporting and public engagement. Experience in a research environment is desirable, as is familiarity with AI or cognitive science. All applicants should be able to demonstrate strong motivation in line with the goals of CFI.Further InformationPlease see the Further Particulars document for more information. In order for your application of be considered, please upload the following:• Curriculum Vitae (CV), which should include the names of two referees.• A covering letter of no more than 500 words explaining your interest in the position and outlining how you meet the criteria set out in the person specification within the Further Particulars. In the covering letter, you can optionally include a link to a coding project you carried out, and you believe demonstrates your programming ability.If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.The closing date for applications is midnight (GMT) on Sunday 1 November 2026. Interviews are planned for mid-November, subject to change.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Informal enquiries about the role are welcomed and should be directed to Professor Jose Hernandez-Orallo at [e-mail]. For questions on the application process, please contact the School's HR Team on [e-mail] quote reference GO51405 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.