Research Assistant in AI

As we move through 2026, we're celebrating being recognised as:

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North-East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North-East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)
Your next opportunity We offer an intellectually vibrant and collaborative environment that brings together expertise across artificial intelligence, data science, and interdisciplinary application domains. Our Faculty is committed to advancing impactful research and high-quality teaching, with a strong emphasis on trustworthy, responsible, and Multimodal AI. Staff benefit from a supportive research culture, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities to engage in externally funded, real-world projects spanning areas such as digital health, smart cities, and autonomous systems. Located within a leading research-intensive university, the department maintains strong links with industry, government, and international partners, enabling meaningful collaboration and knowledge exchange. We are equally committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse academic community where staff are supported in their career progression, leadership development, and professional recognition. Joining us means contributing to a forward-looking academic and research environment where your work will have both scholarly impact and societal relevance. This is a fixed-term position ending 30/03/2028, please see attached role profile for further information regarding the role. Is this you? The successful candidate will have:
• Expertise in Machine Learning for Biomedical Applications
• Technical Writing and Documentation Skills
• Collaborative Teamworking and Interdisciplinary Engagement
Please note that this role does not meet the salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. As such, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries. We're an inclusive, ambitious and forward-looking University in a vibrant city that's constantly evolving. We're also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

At the University of Sunderland, we're more than a place of learning, we're a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don't just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:
• Up to 44 days' holiday - that's 31 days' annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!
• Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are.
• Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.
• Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts.
• Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.