AI Literacy Project Assistant - Faculty of Science and Engineering

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Faculty of Science and Engineering

£13.45 hourly pay + £1.62 per hour holiday rate

Short term role

Hybrid

01 Nov 2026

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AI Literacy Project Assistant - Faculty of Science and Engineering

Job Description

The current opportunity is available for current Manchester Met students, to apply you must be based in the UK for the duration of the role.

Are you passionate about shaping how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taught and used in higher education? Would you like to contribute to a project that will help future Manchester Met students develop essential AI skills?

The Faculty of Science and Engineering is developing an AI literacy programme designed to provide all students with access to foundational AI skills training. The initiative aims to create an engaging, interactive learning environment that supports discipline-specific learning and contributes to the Faculty's AI literacy ambitions.

We are seeking up to two Level 5 or Level 6 Software Engineering students to support the development of AI literacy resources and associated web content. Successful applicants will play an important role in helping to create learning materials that are relevant, engaging and informed by the student perspective.

Key responsibilities will include:

Supporting the development of subject-specific AI skills training resources.
Developing and maintaining web-based learning content.
Assisting with the integration of resources into existing digital platforms and systems.
Reviewing and evaluating AI-generated outputs using critical appraisal techniques.
Working collaboratively with academic staff to ensure student perspectives are embedded within the resources.
Contributing ideas to support the design and delivery of AI literacy training materials.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience at the intersection of web development, AI technologies and digital education, while contributing to a strategic Faculty initiative.

Dates: 9 November 2026 - 30 December 2026
Hours: 8 hours per week
Number of positions: Up to 2

Person Specification

This role is only open to current Manchester Met students who meet the following requirement:

Level 5 or Level 6 Software Engineering students.

The hiring manager will assess applications against the following criteria:

Essential

Experience of website design and deployment.
A genuine interest in teaching, learning and student engagement.
Experience critically evaluating and appraising AI-generated outputs.
Strong professionalism, reliability and self-management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative project team.
Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.

Desirable

Experience creating web-based learning resources or digital content.
Knowledge of current AI tools and their application within education.
An interest in improving the student learning experience through technology.

How to Apply

Please apply via the Apply button, completing the form on the next page.

The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 1st November.

Please be aware that roles may close earlier than the stated closing date, where a high number of applications are received. To ensure you have an opportunity to apply, please do so as soon as possible.

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to providing accessible and inclusive recruitment. If you require or would benefit from support or reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in work, please contact us by e-mailing [email protected]. This information will only be used and shared with those who require it to implement any change(s) and only at the point this is required.

If you have any queries, or need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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