Chair in Safety Science

3 weeks ago

University of York, United Kingdom University of York Full time

As part of a significant further investment in Computer Science, the University of York is seeking to appoint an internationally excellent Chair in Safety Science to join a vibrant and high-performing group focusing on the safety of autonomous systems and artificial intelligence (AI). York has pioneered systems safety for decades, and is now at the forefront of research into the safety of AI and machine learning (ML), particularly in support of autonomous systems and robotics.

You will play a pivotal role in the Department of Computer Science’s mission to conduct fundamental and empirical research into the development and engineering of safe, ethical and secure computational systems. Alongside a strong record of academic achievements, we are looking for someone who will be comfortable working in a thriving multidisciplinary environment, and who values collaboration and partnership.

**As part of your role you will**:

- lead and carry out internationally outstanding research in Safety Science - focusing on foundational research into the challenges introduced by AI, ML and autonomy, developing a new paradigm for system safety
- hold responsibility for designing and delivering teaching, including continuing professional development (CPD)
- work with external partners to deliver impact and facilitate uptake of research by industry, regulators and policy makers

Over the last few years, we have secured over £40M of investment for strategic and linked activities including: the Assuring Autonomy International Programme, the Institute for Safe Autonomy, and most recently the UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training in the lifelong safety assurance of AI-enabled autonomous systems. We invite you to join our growing team in its exciting next phase.

This appointment is being made as part of wider ongoing strategic investments in the established and still growing area of safety at York.

**Closing date**: 14/01/2024
**Interview date**: 05/02/2024

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