Associate applications

Closing date: 4th June 2025 at 23:59. By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website. The post holder will be employed by the University of Reading and working at Hawkins\Brown (H\B) offices in London (usually expected 3-4 days per week in the office). This position forms part of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) part funded by Innovate UK. It is essential you understand how KTP works with business and the University, and the vital role you will play. It is a 26-month fixed term contract and provides an opportunity to work with a leading architecture firm to develop and deliver an AI Virtual Assistant (VA) that aids architects during architectural project development. Apply your skills in data science, machine learning, generative AI and predictive analytics to develop the AI VA for architects during the ideation stage of architectural projects (RIBA Stage 2). This vital phase forms the project's foundational concepts and creative visions. It involves key activities including interpreting client requirements, gathering site information, and creating conceptual designs through sketches and models. You will also assess feasibility against technical, budgetary, and regulatory standards. Skill development through training There is a £4,333 dedicated training budget tailored towards your own personal development in addition to residential management skills training. About HawkinsBrown HawkinsBrown (HB) is a leading architectural practice based in London, Dublin, Manchester, and Edinburgh, with studios in LA and Toronto. HB is an Employee-Owned Trust employing over 275 architects, designers, researchers and administrators. HB is recognised as one of the UK's top 'design-led' architectural firms. HB fosters a research-led culture, encouraging staff to challenge the status quo and explore alternative approaches. Projects address contemporary architectural issues, from the future of the workplace and modern construction methods to accessibility, retrofit, and the circular economy. HB's comprehensive skill set includes master planning, interior design, brief writing, and design-led programme writing. You will have An MSc in AI or a Computer Science-related discipline, or equivalent experience in related fields such as data science, computational design, or software engineering. Demonstrable knowledge and skills in data science, machine learning (ML), and predictive analytics particularly in NLP. Experience of writing technical and business reports and distilling / presenting key points to stakeholders. Knowledge of data architecture, data cleansing and data lakes that enable training AI models with proprietary legacy databases. Experience or knowledge in developing and deploying to production AI solutions based on open source GenAI, LLMs and RAGs models, utilising proprietary knowledge base for text. Interviews will be held: Tuesday 24th June 2025 at the offices of HawkinsBrown in London.Contact Name: Dr Fabio Goncalves de OliveiraContact Job Title: Lecturer in Entrepreneurship and InnovationContact Email address: [email protected] Alternative Contact Name: Dr Simon CutlerAlternative Contact Job Title: Business Relationship ManagerAlternative Contact Email address: [email protected] University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.