Managing Editor, Centre for Emerging Technology and Security

The Alan Turing Institute

Location:	London, Hybrid
Salary:	£55,000 to £60,000 per annum
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On:	13th April 2026
Closes:	30th April 2026

HOURS: 36

CLOSES: Thursday 30 April at 23:59 (London, UK BST)

The Alan Turing Institute

Named in honour of Alan Turing, the Institute is a place for inspiring, exciting work and we need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to use their skills to contribute to our mission to make great leaps in data science and AI research to change the world for the better.

Please find more information about us here

BACKGROUND

In 2022, the Alan Turing Institute launched the Centre for Emerging Technology and Security (CETaS), which is part of the Institute’s Defence and National Security Grand Challenge.

The Centre’s mission is to strengthen UK security through pioneering research and insights on emerging technologies.

We help to protect the UK by:

1. Enabling innovation - Advising the national security community on the effective and responsible use of AI capabilities
2. Assessing global threats and opportunities - Such as insights on geopolitical competition or threats from AI-enabled disinformation
3. Shaping policy - Such as understanding public attitudes, developing frameworks, or advising on legislative changes

We are a team of researchers, technologists, former policymakers and practitioners with multidisciplinary expertise in fields such as artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, criminology, law and ethics.

The Managing Editor will lead the end-to-end delivery of CETaS publications, ensuring outputs are delivered to consistently high standards, proactively identifying new publications, ensuring content and digital engagement activity supports the Centre’s strategic objectives and thought leadership.

Eligibility for Security Check (SC) clearance is a requirement for this role. Eligibility criteria and further information on the process can be found on the UK Government security vetting website.

DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Lead and manage the CETaS publications pipeline, setting priorities and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality, strategically aligned outputs
• Ensure all CETaS research outputs meet high editorial, accessibility and publication standards through expert copy-editing and quality assurance
• Proactively identify and commission new publications on emerging technology and security issues, working closely with the CETaS research team to shape outputs of highest relevance and impact
• Design and develop visual content to support research outputs, including figures and graphics
• Develop and deliver tailored digital content to support CETaS communications and engagement objectives, maximising the reach and impact of research outputs

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Terms and Conditions

This post is offered on a fixed term basis, at an annual salary of £55,000 – 60,000 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, Employee-only benefits guide | The Alan Turing Institute

The Alan Turing Institute is based at the British Library, in the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter. We expect staff to come to our office at least 4 days per month. Some roles may require more days in the office; the hiring manager will be able to confirm this during the interview.

Application procedure

Please see our jobs portal (via the 'Apply' button above) for full details on how to apply and the interview process.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to making sure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive.

This includes making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have a disability or long-term condition. Please contact us at recruitment@turing.ac.uk to find out how we can assist you.