Our Affiliate Programme

Our Affiliate Programme provides University of Edinburgh staff and PhD students with an opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary community of researchers focused on ethical approaches to artificial intelligence and data-driven technologies.  

As an Affiliate, you will have opportunities to: 

  • Present your research in work-in-progress (WiP) feedback sessions 

  • Attend WiPs and Reading Groups with CTMF PhD Fellows, staff and Affiliates 

  • Support or organise research-related workshops or events 

  • Write for our Centre blog and engage in public outreach activities 

  • Develop curricula and/or teach   

  • Participate in collaborative research projects 

  • Engage with the broader community in Edinburgh, Scotland, and the UK 

  • Produce thought leadership content for a wider public audience 

  • Attend social and networking events each semester 

  • Receive a weekly email digest highlighting relevant events and opportunities 

How to join the Affiliate Programme 

We welcome applications on a rolling basis from those who are: 

  • Current staff or PhD students from the University of Edinburgh 

  • Engaged in research and/or teaching that aligns with the Centre’s mission and research agenda. 

Expected Commitment

We ask Affiliates to:

  • Attend at least one Work-in-Progress session or reading group per semester.

  • Contribute to at least one additional area of activity per year, such as a public engagement event, blog post, workshop, or collaborative project.

This level of involvement helps ensure a mutually beneficial experience for the whole community, whilst strengthening the Centre’s mission.

If you’re interested in joining us, please complete our application form: 

By joining us, you’ll be part of a community committed to unifying technical and moral knowledge in new models of research, education, design and engagement that directly serve the goals of sustainable, just and ethical innovation.