AI Institute Training Manager

Provost's Office

Location: Guildford
Salary: £34,308 to £51,805 per annum
Post Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 19 February 2024
Reference:  043123-R

An exciting opportunity for a Training Manager within the new Institute for People-Centred AI at the University of Surrey. We’re embarking on a new chapter for Artificial Intelligence, putting people at the heart of AI and augmenting human capabilities to deliver an inclusive and responsible force for good.

Working in partnership with industry, the public sector, government and national AI Organisations, we aim to deliver a step-change in AI Research, training and innovation to deliver the knowledge and skills required to ensure UK leadership of AI-driven economy – and we want you to be a part of this journey.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about people, training collaboration, communication and teamwork. The successful candidate will play a key part in the design and delivery of the Institute’s training in growing the Institute’s operations and building relationships and engagement among our community. They will be a key member of a dynamic and multidisciplinary team, providing friendly and customer focused support to our community.

The post holder will play an important role in establishing inclusive training culture for all students, researchers and staff which recognises and values the importance of diversity in artificial intelligence research, training and innovation. The post-holder will actively support responsible and inclusive AI research training. The post-holder will be responsible for leading the pastoral care of students with the support of the PAI leadership team and member of the Institute.   

Role & Responsibilities

You’ll be working closely with the Institute Director and leadership team to develop people-centred AI training and education programmes and create an inclusive training culture for all staff and students.

Training programmes will include establishment of a Centre for Doctoral Training in People-Centred AI for post-graduate PhD research students (PGR), the MSc AI led by the Institute, AI training in undergraduate and post-graduate taught programmes across the University and continuing professional development programmes. AI training will include managing the development and delivery of online training programmes. 

Other key responsibilities:

• Contribute to development and delivery of the people-centred AI education and training strategy of the Institute.
• Manage the design and delivery of doctoral training programmes in people-centred AI for PAI researchers and PhD students across the University conducting AI related research. Manage and maintain relationships with external partners contributing to PhD training, research and funding. 
• Support PhD student recruitment, induction, training, communication, social events and pastoral-care together with cohort management and training. 
• Contribute to establishing an inclusive and responsible research training culture for all Institute students and staff. 
• Support the engagement with external organisation in the development and delivery of education and training programmes. 

What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.

Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment.

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Incremental Pay Rise
• Market leading Pension up to 30% (21% employer, 9% employee)
• Up to 40 DAYS Holiday: 25 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays
• Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare
• Student discount eligibility
• Access to on site world-class leisure facilities at discounted rates
• On-site parking, cafes, restaurants and coffee shops

For more information or to be considered for this role please apply via the University of Surrey Jobs Page.

For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above.

In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.