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Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor in Artificial Intelligence for Humanity

Imperial College London
London
3 days ago
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Do you want to change the world for the better, and do you believe this can be done through research and education? At , our motto is “from making better things to making things better”. Consider joining an internationally leading institution, aiming to shape the future of engineering, at the interface between technology, people and society.

We are seeking to appoint a Faculty staff at Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor level to conduct high-impact research and to deliver outstanding teaching and student experience. The role is within Artificial Intelligence for Humanity.


Research– As a part of the Dyson School of Design Engineering, you will actively develop and lead your own research programme, in line with our research themes and vision. You will be expected to undertake high-quality research and to publish in recognised and high-impact journals/conferences in your field (commensurate with your level of appointment). You will be active in the pursuit of external funding to support your research, while enhancing the reputation of our institution through your external engagements. Since the School promotes a strong collaborative and inclusive research environment, you will be expected to initiate and expand research collaborations with colleagues at the School, at Imperial College London, and beyond.


Teaching– The Dyson School of Design Engineering provides exceptional learning experience and environment to our students, and is continuously recognised for it. As our new Faculty staff member, you will contribute to the School’s teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will also undertake supervision of undergraduate and MRes/MSc projects. And, in view of our new programmes and of our continuously evolving teaching portfolio, you may be expected to contribute, as appropriate, to the development of new teaching materials at all levels.


Administration– As part of a collegial and inclusive academic community, you will be expected to make a contribution to the day-to-day running of the School when required. This will translate to taking on School-wide administrative role(s) commensurate with the level of appointment. You will also attend School-wide meetings and contribute to student recruitment activities. You will support with promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. Eventually, you may be expected to undertake other duties appropriate to the grade as specified by the Head of School.


At the Dyson School of Design Engineering, we strive to bring a unique value proposition to our students, to our research and industry partners, and to society as a whole. Over the years, we have assembled a unique team of diverse talents who are at the forefront of their fields and who deliver excellent teaching. Our staff members and students have a strong focus on technology and the human, with a flair for entrepreneurship and innovation. This is a unique opportunity to join the youngest department at the Faculty of Engineering of Imperial College London and to make an impact globally. For an overview of the research and teaching at the School, visit .


We are looking to invest in future research and academic leaders who have the ambition to make a substantial impact. We invite applications from candidates across specific areas of design and engineering that are related to (but not limited to) one or more of the following areas:

Human-centric Artificial Intelligence.


Human-AI collaboration.
Agentic AI and multi-modal learning.
AI in real-world environments.
Multi-agent setup and AI ecosystems.
Fairness, safety, interpretability and trust in AI algorithms and AI-based technologies.
Applications with healthcare, energy, sustainability, business analytics, etc.

Candidates are expected to demonstrate a track record of executing research which combines both design and engineering thinking, evidencing a shared ethos with the School’s approach to societal challenges. Design engineers develop their research and teaching with the human at the centre. The research portfolio and vision should combine methodological contributions and focus on relevant application areas (., transportation, networks, energy, sustainability, .


Besides these research-focused areas, we expect the successful candidate to be able to contribute to our teaching portfolio within ., data science, machine learning, IoT, computing, etc. We additionally expect the successful candidate to have a flair for entrepreneurship and innovation through, ., past or ongoing engagements with industry, spin-off companies, advising roles, etc.


Full information on duties, responsibilities and criteria for the post can be found in the attached Job Description.


The Dyson School of Design Engineering will offer you

The opportunity to grow your leadership in research and teaching at one of the World's top universities.


The opportunity to connect within our urban campus in the middle of London with a huge network of world-leading researchers, groups and facilities.
Opportunities to influence industry, policy and institutions worldwide, and for high profile engagement with leading external bodies including industry and government.
Supported opportunities to develop technology transfer, via consultancy, licensing and spin-outs.
A merit-based structure for promotion, with a wide range of opportunities for training and support.
Being part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various and resources designed to support your personal and professional .

We offer an attractive sector-leading salary and remuneration package (with 41 days off a year), including a pension scheme with additional employer contribution and generous conditions of service with flexible and family-friendly working policies. The School and its members have an open-minded and diverse culture, based on a shared ambition, constructive feedback and respect. This is a rare opportunity for you to continue your career at a world-leading institution.

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