Senior Research Fellow on Web 3.0 and AI

About the role

We are seeking an ambitious and highly motivated Senior Research Fellow in Metaverse and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to join the Department of Decision Analytics and Risk at Southampton Business School and contribute to the activities of the Blockchain and Supply Chain Research Group (BSCRG).

Responsibilities

• Undertake independent, internationally excellent research in areas related to Metaverse, Artificial Intelligence, Web 3.0 and blockchain technologies.
• Contribute to the development of an interdisciplinary academic–industry research ecosystem.
• Develop and deliver rigorous and original research.
• Produce high-quality academic outputs.
• Identify and develop new research and funding opportunities.
• Collaborate with academics, industry partners and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of BSCRG through collaboration with colleagues, supervision and support of postgraduate researchers and research assistants, and engagement with the Group’s research, education and knowledge-exchange activities.

Requirements

• Possess substantial knowledge and experience relevant to Metaverse and AI.
• This would normally be supported by relevant professional experience and/or a postgraduate qualification, such as a Master’s degree or PhD, in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Business, Economics, Finance or another relevant discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both academic colleagues and industry executives.
• Experience of AI or blockchain coding would be advantageous.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess substantial knowledge and experience relevant to Metaverse and AI. This would normally be supported by relevant professional experience and/or a postgraduate qualification, such as a Master’s degree or PhD, in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Business, Economics, Finance or another relevant discipline.

Skills

• Substantial knowledge and experience relevant to Metaverse and AI.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both academic colleagues and industry executives.
• Experience of AI or blockchain coding would be advantageous.

Benefits

Opportunity to undertake interdisciplinary research at the intersection of emerging digital technologies and business applications, while working closely with academic and industry partners.

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