Research Fellow

The opportunity

We are seeking an innovative and dedicated Machine Learning Researcher to join our academic team on a new cutting-edge  Creative AI project in collaboration with a leading commercial company, a UK national public broadcaster, and a world-leading animation studio. We are creating a pioneering AI-powered platform designed to revolutionize storytelling by enabling creators to generate immersive, linear and non-linear stories complete with characters, 3D worlds, soundscapes, dialogue, and interactivity. As a Machine Learning Researcher, you will play a critical role in developing and integrating advanced AI technologies to amplify human creative potential and democratise the field of entertainment production.

About you

Experience, knowledge and qualifications

• Relevant qualification or experience at PhD level or equivalent in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning with a specific focus on Creative Sector applications. Those with only Masters level qualifications are eligible to apply and will be considered based on practical experience in the field.
• Track record of experience in machine learning research, particularly in NLP and generative AI technologies at least at masters level. Experience in fine tuning and deploying LLMs is highly desirable.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). Knowledge of 3D programming and animation technologies is a plus.

Communication skills

• Ability to adapt communication delivery, style and media to suit the audience whilst monitoring understanding by obtaining feedback.

What we offer

To recognise the hard work of our staff and their contributions, we provide a wide range of benefits – please check our careers site/Canvas for further information as conditions and exclusions apply:

▪ at least 31 days of annual leave in addition to bank holidays.
▪ generous defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS/TPS).
▪ flexible working and family-friendly policies for improved work-life balance.
▪ 2 days of paid volunteering leave for a UK registered charity.
▪ discounts including TOTUM, gyms, nursery and private healthcare insurance.
▪ continuous learning and development opportunities including free UAL Short Courses.
▪ season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, free counselling via EAP and more! 

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) offers an extensive range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. We are a collegiate University spread across London with six Colleges, four Institutes and five Research Centres. UAL also has two subsidiary companies, delivering specialist activities – UAL Short Courses Ltd, and UAL Arts Temps Ltd.

We’re made up of all types of people, coming together in London, the world’s creative capital. We are designers, artists, performers, thinkers, researchers and makers. Our students, staff and graduates form a global network of creatives, entrepreneurs and leaders. Together, our ideas change the world. Because the world needs creativity.

We are ranked highly across the board. We are ranked first for specialist art and design, second in the world for Art and Design in the 2023 QS World University Rankings (for the fifth year in a row), ranked fifth in sustainability and two of our colleges were rated in the top three fashion schools in the world. 

Our culture

We have become one of the world’s most international Universities, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. And, as a global university, staff and students learn from different cultures and perspectives, which leads to new conversations and innovative work. At our very core, everything we do seeks to challenge the status quo by driving social purpose and standing up for what matters.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including those who may feel underrepresented in the workforce due to their socioeconomic circumstances such as those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (B.A.M.E.) backgrounds. We aim to be a university where everyone can be themselves and are supported to reach their full potential.

With our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we are proud to be a Race Equality Charter (REC) member to help us reduce barriers that negatively impacts B.A.M.E. staff, a Stonewall Diversity Champion to ensure all LGBTQ+ people are valued at work, a Disability Confident Scheme Committed employer and member of the Business Disability Forum which help us to improve the lives of disabled people in the workplace.