Research Associate (Trustworthy AI) at University of Sheffield

Contract Type: Fixed-term from 1^st June 2024 until 28^th February 2025

We have an exciting opportunity in the Information School at the University of Sheffield for an excellent Research Associate to work on the Innovate UK funded Trustworthy ML Approaches to Energy Consumption Data. The project is an industrial research and development project in energy systems and involves academic researchers in Physics and Astronomy, the Information School, and Computer Science, working together with a consortium of energy companies.  The overall aim of the project will be to explore how industry stakeholders can develop trustworthy machine learning solutions that will enable industry-wide access to smart meter data for the purposes of achieving net-zero targets.

You will have – or be close to completing – a PhD (or equivalent) in a field related to the ethics, accountability and governance of data and/or AI, and have experience of using qualitative methods.

If you feel like you would be a good fit for the role, we would love to hear from you!

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience. We particularly welcome applications from currently under-represented groups within the department, including candidates who are women, LGBT+, disabled and from Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic backgrounds.

We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.

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What We Offer

• 41 days annual leave (including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase up to ten additional days.
• Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities.
• A commitment to work life balance including, flexible working opportunities and hybrid working where possible.
• A highly competitive pension scheme.
• Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme.
• A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes.
• An inclusive and diverse workplace.
• A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, support for those going through the menopause, experiencing fertility treatment and having a baby, paid leave for IVF treatment and more.

Further information can be found at https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits