Research Fellow (AI and Autonomous Vehicle Safe)

Job title:

Research Fellow (AI and Autonomous Vehicle Safe)

Company

University of Warwick

Job description

We are looking for a talented AI Researcher/Engineer to join our team dedicated to developing safe and reliable AI systems for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs). This role is based within the Verification & Validation (V&V) group at WMG, where you will be at the forefront of innovation in Safe AI techniques.As part of our team, you will contribute to frontier projects in machine learning (ML) testing, formal verification, uncertainty quantification, ML safety monitors, and explainable AI (XAI). Your work will ensure that our CAV systems meet the highest safety standards, making a real impact on the future of autonomous driving technology.In this dynamic and challenging role, you will have the opportunity to: * Lead Cutting-Edge Research: Engage in advanced research projects that push the boundaries of Safe AI and ML technologies.

• Collaborate with Experts: Work alongside a diverse team of experts in AI, ML, and CAV technologies, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Innovate and Implement: Develop and implement state-of-the-art techniques to enhance the safety and reliability of AI systems in autonomous vehicles.
• Influence the Industry: Contribute to high-profile projects that shape the future of autonomous driving and set new standards for safety and reliability.

At WMG, we are committed to fostering an environment where innovation thrives. We value integrity, teamwork, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive team that encourages creative thinking and continuous learning.About YouYou will undertake research in order to support the work of the department and develop and enhance its reputation, both internally and externally. Assist the Project Leader and, where appropriate, project collaborators in the successful execution of the project. You will conceptualise, architect, implement and successfully lead foundational/applied research and engineering activities in the area of Safe AI for CAV. You will enhance the impact of the research and engineering activities via publications, networking, PR-communications, standardisation/regulatory work, and broad stakeholder engagement. You will be a team player, willing to constrictively receive and provide critical assessments of work. You will act as leader internally and externally in your area of domain expertise.You are expected to conduct (some of) the following research topics in Safe AI: * Design and implement novel testing frameworks (e.g., coverage-guided, distribution-aware, metamorphic, statistical and operational) to thoroughly evaluate the robustness, fairness, security, etc. of ML models for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAV) perception, control, and planning tasks.

• Apply formal verification methods (e.g., formal reachability analysis) to prove safety properties and the absence of dangerous behaviors in ML models.
• Quantify uncertainties (by, e.g., conformal prediction, ensembles, bootstrapping, and evidential deep learning) in ML model outputs and incorporate them into system-level decision-making.
• Develop and deploy reliable runtime ML safety monitors (e.g., Out-Of-Distribution detectors) that can detect anomalies and enable safe fallbacks.
• Devise and apply novel Explainable AI (XAI) methods, in the application context of CAVs, to explain ML model behaviours and decisions to stakeholders.
• Fine-tune Generative AI models with safe AI considerations, for CAV applications.

Research and scholarship * Help establish a sound research base within the department in order to assist the development of research objectives and proposals for own or joint research.

• Conduct individual and collaborative research projects.
• Write up research work for publication.
• Translate knowledge of advances in the subject area into research activity.
• May contribute to preparing proposals and applications to external bodies, e.g. for funding and contractual purposes, to support a developing research agenda.
• May present information on research progress and outcomes to bodies supervising research, e.g. steering groups.
• May contribute to the preparation of papers for steering groups and other bodies.
• Communicate complex information (orally and in writing) and material of a specialist or highly technical nature.
• Continually update own knowledge and understanding in field or specialism.

Teaching and Learning Support * Could be expected to contribute to the teaching and learning programmes in the V&V group.

• Assist in the supervision of student projects and the development of student research skills.

For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.If you are near submission or have recently submitted your PhD but have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made as Research Assistant at the top of level 5 of the . Upon receipt of evidence of the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow on the first point of level 6 of the .About the DepartmentWMG is the largest department at the University of Warwick with over 800 staff, world renowned for providing innovative solutions to industry through its research, development and education programmes. Our industry focussed education portfolio includes nearly 3,000 students studying management, technology and applied engineering subjects, at postgraduate and undergraduate level. We have high expectations for our teaching and our courses are regularly ranked top in the UK and amongst the leading courses in their field in the world.At WMG we are committed to supporting staff to achieve their potential. We currently hold the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the University of Warwick holds an Institutional Silver Award: a national initiative that recognizes the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression and success for all in academia.For further information about WMG, please visit our .For further information on the WMG centre High Value Manufacturing Catapult, please see ourFurther information about the Energy Innovation Centre can be foundWe believe there should be no barriers to continuing education, and we strive to ensure that the future workforce has the skills they need to become the UK’s upcoming engineers and inventors.Our unique approach to undergraduate education enables full-time students, Higher Apprentices, and full-time employees to gain an engineering degree.Our teaching staff deliver educational programmes not just at Warwick, but internationally, and the knowledge we can leverage from our research excellence enables our students to reach their highest possible standards.Full details of our range of undergraduate and Degree Apprenticeships can be found .About the UniversityBorn in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.You’ll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.*QS World University Rankings 2024** Research Excellence Framework 2021To find out more about us visit ourHow to ApplyCLOSING DATE: Tuesday 16 July 2024 at 11.55pmTo apply, please click ‘Apply’ below and submit an application form by the closing date. Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 11.30pm).Please attach a CV and cover letter.

• Your CV should include your most recent employment experience, any other relevant experience, and education history.
• Your cover letter must detail how you meet each of the essential criteria found in the Job Description document below (desirable criteria too, where possible).

Please see for guidance on writing a cover letter. We highly recommend using individual criteria as headers and giving examples below, though you are free to format the letter as you wish.To streamline our hiring processes, we can only accept applications via our official website, .Interview Date: TBCStart Date: TBCWhat we OfferWe will provide you with a great range of benefits, which include an attractive pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy, and onsite childcare facilities.We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer you access to flexible working, for more information click .We are proud to say that we are a .If you are considering relocating to the UK, read our to find out more about what Warwick has to offer and what might be involved in the process.Our Commitment to InclusionWarwick is committed to building an organisation of mutual respect and dignity, promoting a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. Where possible, we go beyond legislation to provide a place where everyone can thrive, supporting all staff to achieve their full potential. We aspire to remove economic, social, and cultural barriers that may otherwise prevent people from succeeding.We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all communities regardless of culture, background, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion/belief, or sexual or romantic orientation. To find out more about our social inclusion work at Warwick visit our webpages .The University currently holds a , and a . The University of Warwick is also one of the six founder institutions of the .Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)The University of Warwick complies with the DBS Code of Practice and undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against anyone who makes a Disclosure relating to a conviction or other information revealed. More information is available on the University’s Vacancy pages and applicants may request a copy of the DBS Code of Practice.Job Description

Expected salary

£33966 – 44263 per year

Location

Coventry

Job date

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 02:52:33 GMT

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