Lecturer in Digital Innovation and Artificial Intelligence

Lecturer, Digital Innovation and Artificial Intelligence (Business School, University of Edinburgh)

Grade UE08: £50,253 – £61,759 per annum

Full-time: 35 hours per week – Permanent, open-ended

Deliver and design teaching across undergraduate, masters and executive education levels, both on‑campus and online, with a focus on courses in AI for business, digital/AI innovation and innovation management. Contribute to the Business School’s MSc Programme in Artificial Intelligence for Business, the MSc Programme in Entrepreneurship and Innovation and the wider on‑campus and online portfolio. Plan, develop and assess courses, including leading the development of new degree programmes where appropriate.

Actively supervise research students, supervise dissertations and engage in research supervision and teaching excellence activities. Design and implement instructional courses both online and on‑campus, ensuring high quality delivery, assessment and student support. Maintain research activity, publish in high‑quality journals, attend international conferences, secure funding through grant applications and consultancy projects. Engage effectively with policy makers, practitioners and non‑academic stakeholders to promote the research and teaching impact of the group.

• Strong research profile with a proven record in artificial intelligence for business, digital/AI innovation or innovation management.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver undergraduate, masters and executive education courses across on‑campus and online platforms.
• Evidence of at least one publication in a high‑quality journal and a commitment to further research and grant activity.
• Capacity to supervise research students, support dissertations and lead new degree programmes.
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence and student support.
• Excellent communication skills within academia and with external practitioners and policymakers.

• Competitive salary plus pension scheme, holidays and staff discounts.
• Professional development and expertise in a forward‑looking research environment.
• Responsibility, autonomy and the opportunity to contribute to a leading university’s research agenda.

Submit CV, cover letter and academic references. Additional documents: qualification certificates and academic publications. Applications will close on 26 February 2026 at 11:59pm GMT.

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