Lecturer or Associate Professor in AI and Digital Business

1 month ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom University of Reading Full time

Salary:

Grade 7 Lecturer - £45,585 to £56,021;

Grade 8 Associate Professor - £57,696 to £64,914 per annum

We are seeking to appoint an Associate Lecturer or Lecturer in AI and Digital Business who will undertake research and teaching primarily in the areas of artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics and digital business with associated responsibilities in administration. To align with the strategic areas of Henley Business School, preference will be given to those who can contribute to teaching and research in business applications of AI and machine learning (ML).

This post is designated as teaching and research.

A successful appointee is expected to contribute to research, teaching and administration, commensurate with the post of Associate Professor or Lecturer dependent on their profile and suitability.

The appointee is expected to:

  • Conduct independent research primarily in the area of AI/ML and Digital Business, preferably in areas that involve business applications of AI/ML;
  • Teach a range of modules in the broad area of AI and Digital Business, primarily in undergraduate and pre-experience master's programmes but also in apprenticeship programmes and Executive Education programmes as agreed by the Head of Business Informatics, Systems and Accounting (BISA); ability to teach data analytics, information systems, and information management will be an advantage;
  • Take on administrative duties and academic citizenship activities as well as academic leadership roles as appropriate;

Please state in your Supporting Statement whether you are applying for Associate Professor, Lecturer, or both. If you state that you are applying for Associate Professor only, you will not be considered for Lecturer. Your application may not be considered if you do not include this statement.

Interviews will be held: Tuesday 8 October 2024

Contact details:

Contact Name: Keiichi Nakata
Contact Job Title: Head of BISA
Contact Email address:

Alternative Contact Name: Weizi (Vicky) Li
Alternative Contact Job Title: Professor
Alternative Contact Email address:

We welcome applications from both external and internal candidates. As part of the University's ongoing commitment to professional development, this role can be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Internal candidates should discuss this with their line manager prior to applying.

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a leading LGBT+ rights organisation. We are also a Disability Confident Level 1 employer Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

£45,585 to £64,914. Grade 7/8, per annum



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