Reader in Artificial Intelligence

University of Edinburgh Information Services Group

. Undertake original research in Artificial Intelligence .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £63,606 - £78,469 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Artificial Intelligence research, particularly in perception and action, with a strong ability to teach and supervise students at various academic levels. Proven track record in developing innovative AI methods and models, alongside effective communication of research and teaching philosophies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PhD In Artificial IntelligenceResearch Agenda In AI MethodsTeaching Undergraduate And Master's CoursesSupervision Of MSc And PhD ProjectsResearch Statement Development

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Hard Skills

Artificial Intelligence ResearchAI Methods DevelopmentModeling And Perception TechniquesOriginal Research ExecutionResearch Statement Writing

Soft Skills

Enthusiasm For TeachingEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Right To Work In The UKSkilled Worker Visa

Industry Keywords

High-Impact Application DomainsUndergraduate And Master's-Level CoursesStudent Project SupervisionTeaching Philosophy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Undertake original research in Artificial Intelligence
Develop cutting-edge AI methods and models involving perception and action
Establish and expand principles underlying AI methods and models in high-impact application domains
Teach undergraduate and master's-level courses
Supervise undergraduate, MSc, and PhD student projects
Describe research interests, vision, prior work, and future plans in a research statement
Specify teaching philosophy, experience, qualified courses, and proposed student project topics in a teaching statement

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD or close to completing one
Strong research agenda and track record
Research interests in cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence methods and models, particularly perception and action
Ability and enthusiasm to undertake original research
Interest and ability to teach undergraduate and master's-level courses
Ability to supervise undergraduate, MSc, and PhD student projects
Ability to provide a cover letter, recent CV, research statement, and teaching statement
Evidence of right to work in the UK before employment
International applicants requiring sponsorship must satisfy UK Home Office English Language requirements and secure a Skilled Worker Visa

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Generous annual leave entitlement
Defined benefits pension scheme
Wide range of staff discounts
Family-friendly initiatives
Flexible work options
Mentoring, training, and networking opportunities
Diverse and vibrant international community
Employer sponsorship for international workers requiring a Skilled Worker Visa