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Senior Researcher
University of Edinburgh Information Services Group. Lead the design and implementation of research software and experimental studies .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing research software and experimental studies, with a strong focus on AI-assisted scientific work and quantum computing. Proven ability to publish research findings and support junior researchers while contributing to the development of innovative proposals.
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PhD In Computer ScienceIndependent Research ExperienceDesign And Implementation Of Computational WorkExperience In Quantum ComputingClear Writing Skills
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Hard Skills
AI-Assisted Scientific WorkMachine LearningFormal MethodsKnowledge RepresentationScientific ComputingResearch Software EngineeringFailure AnalysisEvaluation MethodsComputational InvestigationsOpen Research Infrastructure
Soft Skills
Clear WritingSupport For Junior Researchers
Industry Keywords
Quantum InformationQuantum ComputingResearch ProposalsResearch ArtefactsExperimental Studies
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the design and implementation of research software and experimental studies
- Define evaluation methods for AI-assisted scientific work, including failure analysis and comparison with expert judgement
- Work with quantum researchers to turn broad questions into assessable computational investigations
- Publish and present resulting research
- Release software or research artefacts where appropriate
- Coordinate technical work with project partners
- Support junior researchers
- Contribute to future research proposals and the wider development of the Quantum Software Lab
Requirements
What you’ll need- PhD, or equivalent research experience, in computer science, artificial intelligence, quantum information, mathematics, physics or a related field
- Evidence of independent research
- Ability to design, implement and evaluate substantial computational work
- Clear writing
- Sound software practice
- Experience in one or more of agentic AI, machine learning, formal methods, knowledge representation, scientific computing, open research infrastructure or research software engineering would be useful
- Experience of quantum computing is welcome
- CV and cover letter required
- Required to evidence the right to work in the UK
- University unable to sponsor international workers; applicants must have an alternative right to work in the UK
Benefits
Comp & perks- Leading-edge research
- Working within one of the world’s leading universities
- Responsibility and autonomy
- Flexible/hybrid where the roles allow
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Defined benefits pension scheme
- Wide range of staff discounts
- Family-friendly initiatives
- Flexible work options
- Diverse and vibrant international community