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You should have experience analyzing UK/EU legislation in policing contexts, knowledge of privacy/data protection, and an understanding of technology for stakeholder collaboration.

You will analyze legislation, develop AI compliance frameworks, lead workshops, support software teams on legal/ethical standards, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders in policing and security contexts.

Data

Legal

Sheffield

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  <b>*** This is a rolling advert and may close earlier than advertised.</b>
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  <b>Once a certain number of applications are received, they will be processed at regular intervals.</b>
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  <b>Please ensure you complete and submit your application as soon as possible for consideration ***</b>
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  At CENTRIC, we currently have a vacancy for a Research Fellow specialising in applications of law, privacy and data protection to technology and security working across CENTRIC in a variety of security sensitive projects and initiatives.
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  A key area within this role will be centred on the artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal context of both the UK and the EU security domains.
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  In this role, you will play a key role in the on-going development and application of projects such as AP4AI, AIPAS, STARLIGHT and LAGO, amongst others, helping to design and implement AI compliance frameworks for accountable, ethical and responsible use of AI.
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  Furthermore, a good understanding of privacy and data protection, especially in a law enforcement context will be important for this role.
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  You must have significant experience of rapidly analysing and interpreting legislation in the UK and EU, understand how they apply to various policing and security contexts and support the development of frameworks that enable their application in such areas.
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  A good understanding of technology and a willingness to work with a wide range of stakeholders is essential. You will have the opportunity to lead on aspects of CENTRIC’s projects related to the development of legal and ethical frameworks including running workshops, focus groups and other forms of qualitative and quantitative research as required.
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  You will support other team members, especially those working in software development in ensuring compliance with legal, ethical and data protection requirements.
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  You will have the opportunity to develop your research expertise in a wide range of areas, develop strong links with universities, law enforcement agencies, NGOs and industry, and have the opportunity to work closely with researchers and practitioners with a wide range of backgrounds and expertise.
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  The Centre of Excellence in Terrorism, Resilience, Intelligence and Organised Crime Research (CENTRIC)
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  is a multidisciplinary, security-focused research centre at Sheffield Hallam University.
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  We collaborate with research, government, industry and security stakeholders to address contemporary security challenges at the local, national and international levels. We are a diverse team of researchers, technology specialists and security experts focused on delivering tangible solutions for law enforcement and other security stakeholders.
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  We aim to bridge the gap between cutting-edge applied research and the operational reality of policing and security, building a safer society for all. We work to transform innovative ideas into outcomes that protect and safeguard our communities, shape the landscape of policing and security practices, and ensure a more resilient future.
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  Our collaborative ethos ensures practitioners, policymakers and researchers have a platform to work together to deliver exceptional applied research in the security domain.
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  Our work focuses on the following key domains:
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  <li>Artificial intelligence in policing and security</li>
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  <li>Child sexual abuse and exploitation</li>
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  <li>Counter-terrorism and national security</li>
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  <li>Crisis management and disaster resilience</li>
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  <li>Cybercrime and online harms</li>
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  <li>Open-source intelligence and investigation</li>
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  <li>Serious and organised crime.</li>
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  Find out more about CENTRIC.
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  We offer a diverse range of benefits and opportunities to pursue a rewarding and fulfilling career in a supportive environment.
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  You will be contractually enrolled into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) – one of the largest and most generous defined benefit pension schemes in the country.
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  Find out more about the TPS.
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  If you are, or have been, a recent member of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) directly prior to joining us, you can choose to opt out of the TPS and remain in the USS. Please contact the Pensions team to discuss options available.
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  For this job, we particularly welcome applications from minority ethnic applicants who are underrepresented in this area/ this type of job at Sheffield Hallam.
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  The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international applicants in this role; this will depend on a number of factors specific to the individual applicant.
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  Having trouble with your application? Please see our FAQs for more information.
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  <b>Accessibility</b>
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  We are committed to ensuring our materials are accessible to all. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement please contact us using our web accessibility report form . Your feedback helps us enhance our accessibility efforts and improve our services.
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  *** This is a rolling advert and may close earlier than advertised.
 
 
 
  Once a certain number of applications are received, they will be processed at regular intervals.
 
 
 
  Please ensure you complete and submit your application as soon as possible for consideration ***
 
 
 
  At CENTRIC, we currently have a vacancy for a Research Fellow specialising in applications of law, privacy and data protection to technology and security working across CENTRIC in a variety of security sensitive projects and initiatives.
 
 
 
  A key area within this role will be centred on the artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal context of both the UK and the EU security domains.
 
 
 
  In this role, you will play a key role in the on-going development and application of projects such as AP4AI, AIPAS, STARLIGHT and LAGO, amongst others, helping to design and implement AI compliance frameworks for accountable, ethical and responsible use of AI.
 
 
 
  Furthermore, a good understanding of privacy and data protection, especially in a law enforcement context will be important for this role.
 
 
 
  You must have significant experience of rapidly analysing and interpreting legislation in the UK and EU, understand how they apply to various policing and security contexts and support the development of frameworks that enable their application in such areas.
 
 
 
  A good understanding of technology and a willingness to work with a wide range of stakeholders is essential. You will have the opportunity to lead on aspects of CENTRIC’s projects related to the development of legal and ethical frameworks including running workshops, focus groups and other forms of qualitative and quantitative research as required.
 
 
 
  You will support other team members, especially those working in software development in ensuring compliance with legal, ethical and data protection requirements.
 
 
 
  You will have the opportunity to develop your research expertise in a wide range of areas, develop strong links with universities, law enforcement agencies, NGOs and industry, and have the opportunity to work closely with researchers and practitioners with a wide range of backgrounds and expertise.
 
 
 
  The Centre of Excellence in Terrorism, Resilience, Intelligence and Organised Crime Research (CENTRIC)
 
 
  is a multidisciplinary, security-focused research centre at Sheffield Hallam University.
 
 
 
  We collaborate with research, government, industry and security stakeholders to address contemporary security challenges at the local, national and international levels. We are a diverse team of researchers, technology specialists and security experts focused on delivering tangible solutions for law enforcement and other security stakeholders.
 
 
 
  We aim to bridge the gap between cutting-edge applied research and the operational reality of policing and security, building a safer society for all. We work to transform innovative ideas into outcomes that protect and safeguard our communities, shape the landscape of policing and security practices, and ensure a more resilient future.
 
 
 
  Our collaborative ethos ensures practitioners, policymakers and researchers have a platform to work together to deliver exceptional applied research in the security domain.
 
 
 
  Our work focuses on the following key domains:
 
 
  Artificial intelligence in policing and security
 
 
  Child sexual abuse and exploitation
 
 
  Counter-terrorism and national security
 
 
  Crisis management and disaster resilience
 
 
  Cybercrime and online harms
 
 
  Open-source intelligence and investigation
 
 
  Serious and organised crime.
 
 
 
  Find out more about CENTRIC.
 
 
   
 
 
  We offer a diverse range of benefits and opportunities to pursue a rewarding and fulfilling career in a supportive environment.
 
 
 
  You will be contractually enrolled into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) – one of the largest and most generous defined benefit pension schemes in the country.
 
 
  Find out more about the TPS.
 
 
 
  If you are, or have been, a recent member of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) directly prior to joining us, you can choose to opt out of the TPS and remain in the USS. Please contact the Pensions team to discuss options available.
 
 
  For this job, we particularly welcome applications from minority ethnic applicants who are underrepresented in this area/ this type of job at Sheffield Hallam.
 
 
 
  The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international applicants in this role; this will depend on a number of factors specific to the individual applicant.
 
 
  Having trouble with your application? Please see our FAQs for more information.
 
 
 
  Accessibility
 
 
  We are committed to ensuring our materials are accessible to all. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement please contact us using our web accessibility report form . Your feedback helps us enhance our accessibility efforts and improve our services.
 


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