Lecturer / Associate Professor in Artificial Intelligence for Biomolecular Design & Molecular Interactions

Overview

An academic position is available at University College London for a Lecturer or Associate Professor in Artificial Intelligence for Biomolecular Design and Molecular Interactions. The role is based within the Department of Structural and Molecular Biology, which forms part of the Faculty of Life Sciences. The successful appointee will develop or expand an independent research programme focusing on original, AI-driven approaches for biomolecular design, molecular recognition, and interaction engineering, integrating structural biology, biophysics, quantitative biology, and machine learning.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a PhD or an equivalent qualification in a relevant field. Candidates need to demonstrate an innovative research agenda in AI for biomolecular designs and molecular interactions, computational biology applied to molecular biosystems, or a closely related area featuring clear quantitative and data science strengths. Experience in research-led teaching at the undergraduate or postgraduate level is required, alongside a strong interest in interdisciplinary work, external engagement, and translational impact. Applicants must also exhibit the potential to establish collaborative partnerships, secure research funding, and contribute to an inclusive academic environment.

What you get

The position is offered as a full-time, permanent contract with a hybrid work arrangement. The annual salary ranges from 68,284 to 76,244 GBP per annum at Grade 8 to Grade 9. The appointment is governed by the UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Academic Staff.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 27 November 2026. Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place in early January 2027.