CV
General Information
Full Name | Jack A. McKinlay |
Languages | English (fluent), German (A1) |
Education
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2022 - 2025 PhD in Accountable, Transparent and Responsible Artificial Intelligence
University of Bath, Bath, UK - Characterising the value alignment process between humans and AI based on research to date.
- Developing methods of value-based evaluation of options using argumentation frameworks.
- Automated construction of value models using large language models.
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2021 - 2022 MRes in Artificial Intelligence
University of Bath, Bath, UK - Awarded Distinction
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2020 - 2021 MSc Modern Applications of Mathematics
University of Bath, Bath, UK - Awarded Distinction
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2013 - 2015 BSc Mathematics and its Applications
Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK - Awarded Uppper Second Class Honours
Experience
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2021 - 2025 Doctoral Researcher
University of Bath, Bath, UK - Research into the value alignment challenge in artificial intelligence, focusing on the automated modelling of values using large language models.
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2024 Science Communication Ambassador
University of Bath, Bath, UK - Authored article explaining complex research in using artificial intelligence to combat human trafficking for a general public audience.
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2021 Data Scientist
Raytheon UK, UK - Developed and implemented machine learning solutions for strategic research projects, leveraging expertise in software engineering and data analysis.
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2015 - 2019 Actuarial Analyst
Lloyds Banking Group, Bristol, UK - Provided analysis to business stakeholders, developed and implemented actuarial models, and ensured data quality and model accuracy through testing and validation.
Academic Interests
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Value Alignment in AI
- Modelling human values in AI decision-making.
- Neural-symbolic approaches to value alignment.
- Value aggregation in decision-making.
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AI in Society
- Human augmentation and empowerment with AI.
- Safe, egailitarian deployment of AI.
- Governance challenges and strategies for mitigating harms of AI.
Other Interests
- Hobbies: Reading, games, film, cooking, art, bouldering.