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Department:Computer ScienceVacancy ID:014061Closing Date:20-Mar-2022

CircAI (Artificial Intelligence in the circular economy) is an innovative and state-of-the-art project that will generate new knowledge and understanding around the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the circular economy. CircAI will investigate the current use of AI in the circular economy in Ireland by collecting information about case-study examples of AIs implementation as well as immediate future plans to adopt AI in the following sectors: (1) waste, (2) construction, (3) agriculture, (4) and the bioeconomy. To evaluate this usage of AI, as well as stakeholder attitudes to the use of AI in their respective industries, the project will also undertake a series of structured interviews and engagement workshops with stakeholders from these sectors.

Furthermore, the project will also engage with the public to explore public attitudes (and understanding) of AI, the circular economy and their interaction. Information collected on the case-study examples will be stored in a database system that can be browsed and accessed using an easy-to-use dashboard website. This assessment of current practice means we will see where AI can help drive circular economy ambitions forward and understand and evaluate the overall societal impacts and benefits of AI. An openly accessible and interoperable online portfolio of best-practice examples from Ireland and beyond will be developed and deployed and will be one of the major knowledge outcomes from the project. CircAI will produce several knowledge outputs, including state-of-the-art reviews of international best practice on AI within the circular economy in Ireland, and best practice guidance for the implementation of AI in circular economic processes. CircAI will communicate with stakeholders (including the public) via social media, a dedicated website and several videos available for viewing.

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher to carry out innovative research considering the place and pathway for approaches to using AI in the circular economy and to develop a clear understanding of relevant best practices, both on a sectoral level, a national level and an international level.

Salary

Senior Post-doctoral Researcher: 46,906 per annum (1 point)

Appointment will be made in accordance with the Department of Finance pay guidelines.

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Senior Post Doctoral Researcher, Computer Science job with MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY | 281482 - Times Higher Education (THE)