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Research Assistant / Associate, Evidence Exchange
Centre for the Study of Existential Risk (CSER)Cambridge, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
Deadline
2026-05-24
Routes to impact
Direct high impact on an important cause
Skill-building & building career capital
Increasing awareness of institutional decision making challenges in AI safety
Description
A fixed-term research role at the University of Cambridge's Centre for the Study of Existential Risk (CSER), contributing to the UKRI-funded Evidence Exchange (EvEx) programme that connects public and civil servants with research and learning opportunities.
- Deliver policy-facing research and engagement activities, including designing and running training programmes, workshops, and capacity-building initiatives
- Work closely with policymakers and public sector stakeholders to translate research into accessible, policy-relevant formats
- Fixed term funded until 31 July 2029; appointment level (Research Assistant vs. Research Associate) depends on whether a PhD has been awarded at the time of hire
Applications must include a CV, cover letter (max 1,000 words), one writing sample (max 10,000 words), and contact details for two referees.
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