AI Network Development Manager

University of Leeds - Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Cultures - School of Design

Location:	Leeds
Salary:	£51,753 to £59,966 per annum (Grade 8)
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 23rd December 2025
Closes: 11th January 2026
Job Ref: AHCDE1314

Location: Leeds - Main Campus

We are seeking a creative, motivated, and proactive AI Network Development Manager with excellent organisational skills to coordinate the day-to-day operations of a recently awarded AI Researcher Development Network Plus (AI.RDN+) grant, funded by the Research England Development Fund. This initiative aims to unite doctoral ecosystem stakeholders across more than 20 universities and external organisations throughout the UK. The postholder is expected to work closely with the wider project team based in the University of Leeds and Aston University.

As AI Network Manager, you will take responsibility for developing and implementing detailed project plans, managing timelines and milestones, and ensuring successful delivery across all work packages. You will act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and providing strategic guidance to partners and consortia. A key aspect of the role will involve maintaining effective communication with project partners, coordinating engagement activities, and promoting the project through newsletters, social media, and strategic communications.

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Dr. Hosam Al-Samarraie, Associate Professor in Digital Innovation Design (h.alsamarraie@leeds.ac.uk) or Professor Arunangsu Chatterjee (A.Chatterjee2@leeds.ac.uk)