Assistant or Associate Professor in Applied Artificial Intelligence (53294-0526)
Location: University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department: WMG
Position type: Permanent
Salary: £47,389 to £56,535 per annum (Assistant Professor) / £58,225 to £67,468 per annum (Associate Professor)
About the Role
WMG at the University of Warwick is undertaking a significant investment in Research & Teaching academic recruitment across several strategically important growth areas. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and application of artificial intelligence technologies that address complex real‑world challenges across manufacturing, mobility, engineering systems, creative technologies, simulation, and digital environments. Working closely with academic, industrial, and international partners, the successful candidate will help develop innovative AI‑driven solutions with clear real‑world impact.
The successful candidate will contribute to high‑quality research, collaborative funding activity, postgraduate supervision, and research‑informed teaching across areas including machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, visual computing, intelligent systems, digital twinning, and human‑AI interaction.
Job Attributes
- Flexible working arrangements will be considered on a part‑time or other flexible basis.
- The successful applicant will be required to work the majority of their time on campus.
About You
You will hold a PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related discipline and demonstrate expertise aligned to applied AI research and innovation.
We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- machine learning and deep learning
- generative AI
- visual computing and simulation
- intelligent engineering systems
- digital twinning
- human‑AI interaction
- AI for manufacturing and industrial systems
- AI for transport and intelligent mobility
You should demonstrate the ability, or strong potential, to develop internationally recognised research through publications, collaborative projects, funding activity, and engagement with industrial and academic partners.
Candidates applying at the Associate Professor level should demonstrate an established research profile and evidence of academic leadership, while Assistant Professor candidates should demonstrate strong potential to develop an independent and impactful research trajectory within a collaborative environment.
We particularly welcome candidates who are enthusiastic about interdisciplinary working, industry engagement, and translating research into meaningful real‑world impact.
Benefits
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from under‑represented groups to apply.
Safeguarding & DBS
- Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
- The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
- All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.
Rehabilitation of Ex‑Offenders
The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction. Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.
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Location: University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department: WMG
Position type: Permanent
Salary: £47,389 to £56,535 per annum (Assistant Professor) / £58,225 to £67,468 per annum (Associate Professor)
About the Role
WMG at the University of Warwick is undertaking a significant investment in Research & Teaching academic recruitment across several strategically important growth areas. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and application of artificial intelligence technologies that address complex real‑world challenges across manufacturing, mobility, engineering systems, creative technologies, simulation, and digital environments. Working closely with academic, industrial, and international partners, the successful candidate will help develop innovative AI‑driven solutions with clear real‑world impact.
The successful candidate will contribute to high‑quality research, collaborative funding activity, postgraduate supervision, and research‑informed teaching across areas including machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, visual computing, intelligent systems, digital twinning, and human‑AI interaction.
Job Attributes
- Flexible working arrangements will be considered on a part‑time or other flexible basis.
- The successful applicant will be required to work the majority of their time on campus.
About You
You will hold a PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related discipline and demonstrate expertise aligned to applied AI research and innovation.
We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- machine learning and deep learning
- generative AI
- visual computing and simulation
- intelligent engineering systems
- digital twinning
- human‑AI interaction
- AI for manufacturing and industrial systems
- AI for transport and intelligent mobility
You should demonstrate the ability, or strong potential, to develop internationally recognised research through publications, collaborative projects, funding activity, and engagement with industrial and academic partners.
Candidates applying at the Associate Professor level should demonstrate an established research profile and evidence of academic leadership, while Assistant Professor candidates should demonstrate strong potential to develop an independent and impactful research trajectory within a collaborative environment.
We particularly welcome candidates who are enthusiastic about interdisciplinary working, industry engagement, and translating research into meaningful real‑world impact.
Benefits
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from under‑represented groups to apply.
Safeguarding & DBS
- Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
- The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
- All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.
Rehabilitation of Ex‑Offenders
The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction. Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.
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