University of Surrey
Professor in Artificial Intelligence (Computer Science)
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Job Title: Professor in AI
About the Role
The Computer Science Research Centre (CSRC) within the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering is seeking to recruit a Professor in AI covering topics including (but not limited to) Large Machine Learning Models, Neurosymbolic AI, Trustworthy Machine Learning, and Applications of AI/ML in Automated Reasoning, Security, or Software/Systems Development.
This post is aligned to the Nature Inspired Computing and Engineering (NICE) group within CSRC and is part of a strategic investment in AI. Our current research in AI focuses on solving foundational and real-world problems in areas such as Natural Language Processing, Optimisation, AI for Health and Medical Applications, and Security.
Responsibilities
- Expand our dynamic team of internationally recognised AI researchers.
- Link their work across the University including NICE; Surrey Centre for Cybersecurity (SCCS); Centre for Vision, Speech and Signal Processing (CVSSP); the 5G/6G Innovation Centre; the Surrey Institute for People-Centred AI Institute (PAI) and the Surrey Space Institute (SSI).
- Drive a strategic research direction and align colleagues within CSRC and beyond.
Requirements
- Wide knowledge of the AI field.
- An internationally leading track record of publications in top-tier venues.
- Significant research income.
- Ideally, experience of working with industry and/or government.
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About the University
Surrey has an established international reputation in AI research, 1st in the UK for computer vision and top 5 for AI, computer vision, machine learning, and natural language processing (CSRankings.org). They were 7th in the UK for REF2021 outputs in Computer Science research. Computer Science and CVSSP are at the core of PAI, established in 2021 as a pan-University initiative which brings together leading AI research with discipline expertise across health, social, behavioural and engineering sciences, business, law, and the creative arts to shape future AI for the benefit of people and society.
Teaching
The candidate would be expected to contribute to AI features in both UG and MSc curricula as well as training within the CDTs and undertake other teaching duties in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Career Development
The postholder will benefit from the support of colleagues across the University to develop their careers. The University’s welcoming community recognises the need to nurture its staff and to help them build a flourishing career. They will become a principal fellow of the Surrey Institute for People-Centred AI supporting the growth of collaborative cross-disciplinary research and training as Surrey delivers its future vision.
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What We Can Offer
- Salary
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days of holiday plus seven University closure days and eight bank holidays
- Generous pension
- Access to world-class leisure facilities on campus
- A range of travel schemes
- Supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery
Application Process
To apply, please submit your CV via our website. You will also be asked some questions to help us understand your suitability for the position.
For informal enquiries, please contact the Director of the Computer Science Research Centre, Professor Brijesh Dongol, b.dongol@surrey.ac.uk
Interviews are planned to take place in October 2026.
Our Strategy and Mission
Surrey has launched its Vision 2041 strategy that produces graduates and research outcomes that enrich lives, transform society, and create change for a better world.
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.
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