Professor in Applied AI in Business Management in Liverpool

To develop and lead world-class research in the area of your expertise; evidenced through income generation, high-quality publications, networking and impact. To mentor and facilitate the activity of other researchers in the School with a view to building a strong research culture. To provide strategic leadership of the PhD programmes. Core Research Responsibilities: Professors at Liverpool John Moores University are expected to lead the development, implementation and delivery of research strategies that align with the University's overarching research strategy and which will benefit the School and University in the short, medium and long term. The main objectives for the post will be to:

• Demonstrate capability to lead activities that will show the wider social, cultural and /
• or economic impact of their research through appropriate engagement with external stakeholders.
• Take a leading role in identifying and securing external funding through research
• grants and contracts and in developing collaborative research income-generating ideas.
• Provide academic leadership and inspiration to those working in relevant research
• areas, foster interdisciplinary team-working and promote high quality research and scholarship within the area of AI (Teaching & Learning)
• Develop and maintain an independent research reputation by, for example, serving
• on peer review committees, working groups, journal editorial or research grant reviewing committees.
• Act as a leading authority in the field or specialism, developing new knowledge,
• understanding and innovation in the area.
• Contribute to a vibrant research and applied culture through an ongoing programme
• of relevant activities (e.g., workshops, seminars, conferences) to promote research activities at School and University level
• Ensure that the research activities of the School are integral to the learning
• experience of students
• Further the application of knowledge benefiting industry, public policy, society,
• government and culture through such activities as consultancy, innovation through enterprise and public engagement through the media.
• Encourage and enable the transfer and application of knowledge to the benefit of
• society through industry sponsored research or knowledge transfer partnerships.
• Contribute to the development of PhD, Professional Doctorate and related
• programmes of the School through providing/supporting strategic leadership. Core Academic Teaching Responsibilities: In ensuring an excellent student experience, the main objective will be to:
• Plan and teach courses in line with LJMU's Learning Teaching and
• Assessment strategy, Academic Framework and quality requirements on School undergraduate, postgraduate and taught doctoral programmes
• Lead on/contribute to programme / module development and curriculum
• review (inc., national and international collaborative partners).
• Work with colleagues to support strong postgraduate and doctoral programme
• identity
• Make appropriate use of technology to support learning and teaching, e.g.
• LJMU's VLE
• Design and deliver pedagogically sound and where appropriate innovative
• approaches to the learning experience of students with the intention of challenging preconceptions and fostering debate.
• Develop the ability of students to engage in critical discourse, articulate selfexpression
• and reasoned argument.
• Mark/assess assignments and examinations and providing timely and
• constructive feedback to students
• Provide academic leadership and inspiration in the area of Teaching and
• Learning.
• Lead on/ contribute to the design and delivery of pedagogically sound and
• innovative approaches to the learning experience of students with the intention of challenging preconceptions and fostering debate.
• Participate in the improvement of teaching through the University's
• observation and peer review schemes and staff development.
• Appropriate professional development support for teaching and learning
• matched to individual's qualifications and experience will be provided by LJMU. Citizenship
• Contribute to a supportive working environment and develop productive working
• relationships with other team members.
• Support colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development;
• train/advise on own area of expertise where appropriate; coach and support colleagues in developing research.
• Attend and make a positive contribution to relevant school meetings. Lead,
• participate in and assist the work of committees, working parties and panels etc.
• Set up, develop and sustain new relationships with client organisations, professional
• bodies or other universities/networks, provide consultancy/ professional advice to such bodies or act in the capacity of external examiner to other institutions.
• Generate external recognition for self and school and participate in engagement
• activity such as community liaison. Contribute to the creation and/or development of social enterprise, cultural enrichment or outreach events beyond the Universities own initiatives.
• Act as an ambassador for the University in all interactions with current and
• prospective students, staff and visitors to the University, external partners, media and general public.
• Promote the University's values of an inclusive and diverse community.
• Values and Regulations
• Any other duties commensurate with the grade as deemed necessary by the Director
• of Liverpool Business School.
• A commitment to LJMU's values and regulations and Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
• Commitment to adhere to and promote the ethos of Respect Always as set out in the
• Respect Always Charter.
• Liverpool John Moores University recognises and is aware of its Social, Economic
• and Environmental responsibilities. The post holder is required to minimise the environmental impact in the performance of the role, contribute to (and supervise if applicable) the implementation of environmental improvement measures and actively contribute to the delivery of LJMU's Environmental Management, Energy Management and Sustainability Policy Statement, and the Climate and Sustainability Plan.
• The post-holder's mandatory Health and Safety responsibilities, which have been
• agreed by the University's Executive Leadership Team, are contained in Section 2 of the University's Safety Management Code of Practice (MCP1) Organisation for the Implementation of the Health and Safety Policy. The post-holder's mandatory Environmental Management responsibilities are contained in Section 2 of the University's Environmental Management Code of Practice (ECP1) Organisation for the Implementation of the Environmental Management and Sustainability Policy.
• For some of your activity, from time to time, you may be required to contribute to
• externally funded projects such as research or EU projects., Promoting excellence in teaching and learning and the Applicationstudent experience through supporting colleagues and Form/Interviewinfluencing support for student learning beyond their ownacademic and professional roleSignificant track record of high-quality outputs in leading Applicationjournals, press or other outlets as appropriate to business Form/Interviewand management education.Evidence of ability to compete successfully against peers for Applicationresources to support research and scholarly activity. Form/InterviewEvidence of high quality research and scholarship outputs in Applicationleading journals, press or other outlets as appropriate to business Form/Interviewand management education or the pedagogy of learning andteaching (AI)Evidence of international peer recognition (for example invited Applicationpresentations, relevant committee memberships, externalleadership role in development of area, involvement in/leadingnational projects/initiatives, acting as advisor/consultant tonational initiatives).Previous and ongoing contribution to the REF or equivalent. Application

The person specification describes the skills, experience, knowledge and aptitude requiredto perform the duties of this post effectively. The criteria order listed should not be taken to fulfil their relative importance. Both paid and unpaid experience may be relevant., Educated to PhD level in a subject relevant to the role or Applicationequivalent., Substantial experience of high-quality teaching at undergraduate Applicationand/or postgraduate level in the School's disciplinary areas. Form/InterviewSuccessful track record of supervising and examining Applicationpostgraduate students, at a level appropriate to the discipline Form/InterviewExperience in the development of plans/projects and overseeing Application / Interviewtheir successful implementation.PCMBE Educator Application

Location: Redmonds Building although staff may be asked to work in any location within the University.

Introduction: The appointed person will be expected to make broad contributions to the academic work of the Liverpool Business School. To develop and lead high quality and innovative teaching and learning activity related to AI and digital technologies; evidenced through influence on the national and international learning and teaching agenda and adoption of initiatives beyond the candidate's own institution, income generation, high-quality publications, networking and impact. To actively contribute to enhancing the learning and teaching profile of Liverpool Business School. To mentor and facilitate the activity of other staff in the School with a view to building a strong pedagogic research and dissemination culture.

Financial benefits: Competitive salaries based on a low contractual 35 hour working week. 7.1% employer pension contributions for non-academic staff enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). This is a temporary reduction from the previous rate of 17.5%, effective from April 2026, following the Fund's triennial review. The reduction reflects the Fund's current surplus and improved financial position. This does not affect your pension benefits, which are determined by LGPS scheme rules rather than the level of employer contributions. 28.68% employer contribution to pensions for teaching staff enrolled into the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS). Work life balance: Excellent annual leave provision. 30 days for support staff and 35 days for staff and senior managers grade 8 and above. 8 UK bank holidays and up to 5 University closure days between Christmas and New Year. Family friendly policies and a range of benefits to support including job-shares, flexible working hours and part-time roles where possible. Health and wellbeing: Regular wellbeing support initiatives throughout the year. Access to a trained counsellor via Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Plus a programme of activities and range of support and resources to help look after your mental and physical wellbeing. Career Benefits: Continuous development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and meet your career ambitions, including LinkedIn Learning. Making a difference: LJMU Climate Action - be at the forefront of initiatives to tackle climate change. Share experiences and challenge unfair practices with our Diversity and Inclusion Staff Networks. Opportunity to volunteer at graduation ceremonies, clearing and open days. Discounts and other benefits: A reward and benefits platform, giving savings on day-today purchases across a range of retail outlets. Interest free loans repayable across twelve monthly instalments, including loans for annual travel season tickets and cycle to work scheme. Massively discounted gym and fitness classes at the University Sport Building.