Knowledge Exchange Partnerships at Edinburgh Napier Business School have an applied focus and are of both national and international relevance. The Knowledge Exchange activity at ENU has been assessed as 'internationally excellent' and 'world-leading', giving us a top position among Scotland's Modern universities for both commercial relevance and impact. As such, we are currently partnering with Functional Skills UK (FSUK) in Brighton, a leading training provider in accessible learning solutions, to recruit an AI & Learning Analytics Specialist to lead the design, development, and implementation of an AI-powered Personalised Adaptive Learning (PAL) platform which will personalise and enhance learning experiences for a wide range of learners—including those with additional needs. The Role: As AI & Learning Analytics Specialist, you will have the opportunity to use your background in AI, data science, or educational technology, as well as your ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, to develop a platform designed to deliver inclusive, scalable, and data-driven learning experiences, particularly tailored to support neurodiverse learners. Your strong programming and development skills in Python or similar will serve you well, as you collaborate with experts from both ENU and FSUK, to develop and test innovative tools such as predictive analytics dashboards, personalised learning pathways, and hybrid learning models, with the goal of embedding these capabilities within the organisation and supporting their commercial rollout. We expect that you will have strong interpersonal skills and an ability to apply your knowledge to commercial projects, allowing you to identify user requirements, test app usability, and report app development findings. Furthermore, your passion for data science/engineering and computer science (artificial intelligence) will motivate you to take responsibility for managing and delivering the programme of work and give you the chance to lead a groundbreaking project that will set a new standard in learning technology. Employed and supported by an academic team from Edinburgh Napier University and based at the FSUK's premises in Brighton, this is an exciting opportunity for you to use your skills and academic knowledge to make an impact at the heart of industry and develop your career to the next level. What we will need from you: A minimum of a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Educational Technology, Data Science, AI/ML, or a related field. Strong programming and development skills in Python or similar. Practical experience in AI/ML techniques (e.g. clustering, NLP, supervised learning) Knowledge of learning technologies and/or adaptive learning systems Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Organised, self-motivated, and capable of managing a complex, multi-stakeholder project. For a full job description and comprehensive list of duties, please click here. Benefits we offer: Salary: £37,174 - £41,671 + Pension (17.6%) & Development Budget of £2,000 per year Fixed Term: 24 months Full Time: 37 hours per week Location: Hybrid/Brighton Holidays: 29 days annual leave for the first two years, increasing to 34 days thereafter, plus public holidays and an additional day off for your birthday Genuine Progression Opportunities: Beyond the initial 24-month period, our ambition is to build a dedicated tech team led by the successful candidate—bringing together curriculum specialists and AI designers to revolutionise the future of learning. For the right person, this is not just a job but the beginning of a long-term leadership journey, with growing responsibility, strategic influence, and the chance to shape the future of digital education across the UK and beyond. Additional information: Closing Date: 22 June 2025 Interview dates: Week commencing 30 th June and 7 th July 2025 (two stages).. Location : Brighton, England, United Kingdom