Principal AI Scientist - to £120k - ID47523

• Ready to lead cutting-edge AI research at a global scale?
• Want to shape the future of privacy-first generative AI?
• Looking for a role where your work genuinely influences international innovation?

Our client is offering a rare opportunity for a

Principal Scientist (AI / Machine Learning / Privacy-Preserving Systems)

to take a leading role in a major, internationally collaborative R\&D programme at the forefront of next-generation AI.

🌍 About the Opportunity

This is not just another research role.

You’ll step into a

high-impact, senior scientific leadership position

, guiding the direction of an ambitious AI programme focused on building

secure, privacy-first generative AI ecosystems

.

Working alongside global partners across academia, government, and industry, you’ll help define how advanced AI systems are designed, governed, and deployed in a world where data privacy and sovereignty are critical.

🚀 Why This Role is Great

Instead of a traditional responsibilities list, here’s what you’ll

get to do and grow into

:

• Shape the scientific vision -

Lead and define research direction across advanced AI domains such as generative AI, federated learning, and privacy-preserving machine learning.

• Turn ideas into real-world impact -

Take research from concept through to prototype and into deployable systems used in real environments.

• Work at the frontier of AI innovation -

Continuously explore emerging techniques and bring cutting-edge thinking into a structured, high-profile programme.

• Lead and inspire exceptional talent -

Mentor researchers and engineers, helping them develop while building a culture of excellence and curiosity.

• Collaborate globally -

Engage with leading academic institutions and international partners, contributing to publications, thought leadership, and technical strategy.

• Build lasting research capability -

Play a key role in shaping long-term scientific direction beyond the lifecycle of the programme.

🧠 About You

You’ll be someone who thrives at the intersection of

deep research and real-world application

.

You might bring:

• A PhD (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, or a related field
• Strong expertise in areas like:
• Generative AI / large language models
• Privacy-preserving ML (e.g. federated learning, differential privacy)
• AI systems security or agent-based systems
• A track record of leading or significantly contributing to research programmes
• Experience translating research into working prototypes or systems
• Confidence communicating complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences
• A passion for mentoring and developing others

🌟 What You’ll Gain

• The chance to work on a

globally recognised AI initiative

• A senior role with

real influence over scientific direction

• Collaboration with

world-class researchers and institutions

• Opportunities to publish, contribute to open-source, and shape industry thinking
• A platform to build a

long-term legacy in AI research and innovation

Diversity \& Inclusion

Our client and we as a recruitment partner are committed to building inclusive, diverse teams. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We believe innovation thrives when different voices are heard, and we welcome candidates who are excited to contribute to an open and collaborative environment.

📩 Ready to take the lead?

If you’re looking for a role where you can combine

scientific depth, leadership, and real-world impact

, this could be your next step.

Apply now or get in touch to learn more-your next breakthrough might start here.