Research Fellow in Forensic Linguistics and AI

Nottingham Trent University; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in the UK seeks a Research Fellow in Forensic Linguistics and AI. This role involves analyzing AI-generated phishing emails and evaluating pertinent literature, providing insights directly to stakeholders. The position offers competitive salary and flexible working arrangements, making it ideal for candidates focused on impactful research. Applications are encouraged from diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive working environment.

Benefits

30 - 35 days annual leave

Hybrid working options

Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan

Health and wellbeing services

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in forensic linguistics or related area.
• Familiarity with AI-generated content analysis.
• Ability to present findings to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze AI-generated phishing emails.
• Evaluate existing literature in the field.
• Write reports and articles related to findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research capabilities

Knowledge of AI

Report writing

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Build a Rewarding Career.

Doing things differently.

Research Fellow in Forensic Linguistics and AI

Salary £39,162 - £44,052 per annum

Full time/ Fixed term for seven months

About the Role

The holder of this role will work on a cutting-edge project that examines the language used by Generative Artificial Intelligence when those tools are used by malicious actors in social engineering campaigns. The role will involve analysing and evaluating a corpus of AI-generated phishing emails, covering the existing literature in this area, presenting methods and results to stakeholders and writing reports/articles related to the project.

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: w/c 1st December 2025

About Us

The School of Social Sciences at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is a diverse, supportive and collaborative community in which to innovate, explore and create. Our specialities span across a range of subject areas, including history and global cultures, English language and linguistics, journalism, and philosophy. Together, our unique community of experts are combining different perspectives and deepening our understanding of the world.

Our courses are built on the ethos of developing intellectual and practical skills, adding value to students’ employability and providing an outstanding student experience.

Our curiosity about languages, histories and global cultures drives our insight, research and our learning. If you're curious too, we can be a new, powerful partner in your future career.

For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact David Wright (Associate Professor) at [e-mail].

Join Us

• 30 - 35 days annual leave per year plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata
• Hybrid working - we encourage and offer a mixture of office working and working from home. You're empowered to define how you work best for the benefits of your stakeholders.
• Flexibility - take ownership over how you get your work done. We're open to different working patterns and approaches.
• 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%.
• Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• 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.

Come and be part of our success. Apply today.

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.

Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system however, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. For more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.

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