Research Associate in Artificial Intelligence Fixed Term for 2 Years

History of Art & Museum Studies, BA, Liverpool John Moores University; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension scheme

Induction and development support

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is seeking a Research Associate in Artificial Intelligence to join AIDTRI. You will contribute to AI and data science research programs, develop new externally funded projects, and collaborate with diverse partners across disciplines.

Essential criteria include a PhD in a related field, strong AI knowledge, and proficient Python programming. The role emphasizes independent and collaborative work and supports engagement with research funding proposals.

Qualifications

• PhD in AI or related field or thesis submitted awaiting viva.
• Proven track record in conducting high‑quality AI research and publications.
• Strong programming skills (Python, R or similar).
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities; able to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high‑quality AI and data science research.
• Analyse large, multimodal datasets and evaluate AI methods.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners on projects.
• Prepare research papers and conference contributions.
• Contribute to external research funding applications.
• Support management and activities within AIDTRI.
• Assist in organising research programs and reporting.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Independent and collaborative work

Experience in AI research

Education

PhD in AI / Data Science / CS / Mathematics / Physics

Thesis submitted and awaiting viva

Tools

Python

Job description

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn't exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

The Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science is a pioneering Faculty, dedicated to creating and communicating knowledge and opportunities to ensure that all our students can excel within their chosen discipline.

The School of Computer Science and Mathematics is dedicated to producing research that has real-world application, boasting specialisms in immersive technologies, applications of artificial intelligence, trustworthy computing technologies and data science.

We are seeking to appoint a Research Associate in Artificial Intelligence to join the Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies Research Institute (AIDTRI).

AIDTRI brings together multidisciplinary expertise in AI and advanced digital technologies, with research spanning fundamental methodological development through to real-world application and evaluation. Key areas include AI, data science, trustworthy and explainable AI, causal AI, digital twins, immersive technologies, data visualisation and advanced computational modelling.

You will contribute to current AI and data science research programmes and to the development of new externally funded research.

Key activities will include:

• conducting high-quality research in AI and Data Science;
• organising, harmonising and analysing large, multimodal and multi-source datasets;
• developing and evaluating AI methods;
• collaborating with internal and external research partners;
• preparing research papers and conference contributions;
• contributing to external research funding applications; and
• supporting research management and activities within AIDTRI.

You should hold a PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or a related discipline, or have submitted your thesis and be awaiting viva.

Essential criteria include experience of conducting and publishing high-quality AI research, strong knowledge of AI algorithms, programming experience in Python, R or similar, excellent communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Experience with large and complex AI problems, novel AI or computational methods, advanced Python programming, and research funding proposals would be advantageous.

You should clearly demonstrate in your supporting statement how you meet all essential criteria in the person specification, providing specific evidence and examples for each criterion. Evidence against the desirable criteria should also be provided where applicable.

We anticipate holding interviews no later than the first week of October 2026.

Further information about AIDTRI is available at: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/research/centres-and-institutes/artificial-intelligence-and-digital-technologies-research-institute

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Professor Ivan Olier, Head of AIDTRI, at [e-mail].

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction, and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. Find out more about working at LJMU here .

The Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter for promoting the career of Women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) in higher education. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post and all appointments will be made on merit. Please let us know if you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

LJMU are committed to adhering to the Principles set out in the Researcher Development Concordat; in line with this all fixed-term researchers will be supported to complete 10 days professional development activities per year (pro-rata).