Technical Insight Specialist (Randamp;D) Location: Edinburgh, Scotland (EH3)Salary: from £50,000 per Annum + PAYE BenefitsContract: Full-time, Ongoing (Renewed Annually)The OpportunityAre you a PhD specialist with a passion for tracking the "Next Big Thing" in tech? Our client are recruiting for a Global Technology Randamp;D Centre based in Edinburgh. We are looking for a Technical Insight Specialist to lead research on emerging technology trends, evaluate global industry shifts, and help steer the future direction of high-impact technical projects.This is a rare bridge between deep academic research and commercial application, working alongside world-class engineering teams.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Technical Insights: Research and analyze emerging technologies and global industry trends.Strategic Guidance: Provide high-level suggestions for insight reports to guide future research directions.Collaboration: Act as a technical consultant for both business and engineering teams to evaluate potential applications of new tech.Who We Are Looking ForEducation: Must hold a PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field. (Final-year PhD candidates graduating this year are welcome; start dates are negotiable around your VIVA).Language: Professional proficiency in both Mandarin and English is essential.Technical Depth: Strong background or project experience in one or more of the following:Large-scale Models: LLMs, Foundation Models, Generative AI.Systems: ..... full job details .....