Faculty of Science
School of Computing Sciences
Senior Research Associate
Ref: RA2315
Salary on appointment will be £38,249 per annum, with an annual increment up to £45,413 per annum.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Research Associate to join the School of Computing Science to conduct research on a pioneering project exploring the technical, societal, legal and policy implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in Higher Education and work force development.
As a Senior Research Associate you will need expertise in software and web development to design, analyse, and prototype an Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy synthesis system informed by user needs and inputs. This interdisciplinary role bridges technical development and social science research, contributing to the creation of responsible, user-centred AI tools and policy solutions.
You will have an advanced degree (e.g., MSc with prior research experience, PhD or near completion (within 6 months of appointment) in a computational field such as Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or Computational Social Science, or equivalent professional experience. You will also have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret data and work effectively as part of a team. Advanced skills directly relating to this research area would be advantageous.
This full-time post is available on a fixed term basis for up to six months.
UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.
We strongly encourage applicants from women and welcome applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.
Benefits include:
- 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 28 May 2025
The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.