Research Fellow x2

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The University of Plymouth (UoP) has exciting opportunities to be part of a new, progressive, and cutting-edge area of research as part of its Centre for Health Technology. The ICONIC (Inter-generational CO-production of Novel technologies in Coastal communities) project has been funded by the EPSRC for 30 months from November 2022. This is an inter-disciplinary project with investigators from all three Faculties at the University. We seek two Post-Doc Research Fellows (PDRF) who will be based in (i) the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics (SECaM) and (ii) the School of Art, Design and Architecture (SADA). You will work together, and with the academic team to develop four novel technologies. Applicants for each of the two PDRF posts should have experience relevant to at least two of four technologies. Extended reality, working with Dr Alejandro Veliz Reyes. Social games, working with Dr Swen Gaudl Underwater telepresence, working with Dr Chunxu Li and Dr Hooman Samani AI voice interfaces, working with Dr Amir Aly Both PDRFs will work with two other half time PDRFs who will, working with numerous project partners recruit 120 older and younger participants to take part in co-design workshops. So, in addition to technical skills in these areas, you must be have good communication skills and be prepared to work with members of the public in developing the new technologies. The project partners range from care homes, through organisations representing people with sensory impairment, through to organisations offering cultural and environmental connections. Although (as an EPSRC project), the focus of ICONIC is on the co-design of the novel technologies, it will address digital inequalities. Both posts are likely to involve travel in Devon and Cornwall. A current full driving licence and willingness to travel is desirable as you may be required to travel to remote areas not easily accessible by public transport. You will work with the academics and other PDRFs and members of the public to develop and test the new technologies. You will write academic papers and present both at professional conferences but also be prepared to present to the public and other lay audiences. You would normally possess or be about to complete a relevant PhD for your post. This is likely to be in Computing, Robotics, Engineering, or AI, although candidates from other disciplines can propose why their expertise is relevant. You should have expertise in areas such as VR, haptics, motion capture, voice interfaces, chatbots, bio-sensing, computer graphics, 3D scanning, physical interfaces, games development across different platforms using tools such as Unity or Unreal Engine, machine vision, deep learning, simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) and structure from motion (SfM), machine learning, and digital twins. The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our three strategic Research Institutes: the Marine Institute, the Sustainable Earth Institute, and the Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges. For an informal discussion to find out more about these roles please contact either the academics relevant to each technology or Prof Ray Jones, the overall project lead by email ray.jones@plymouth.ac.uk Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement. Interviews are expected to take place via Zoom on Friday 29 July 2022 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not. At the interviews you will be asked to give a presentation on what skills and expertise you bring to the project. These are full-time positions working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for a period of 30 months due to funding. These positions will start on 1 November 2022. Flexible working options including job share will be considered. We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities. The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups at the University of Plymouth, such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT . Job Description

Region:

Location:

Plymouth

Salary:

£35,326 - £40,927 per annum - Grade 7

Package:

Full-Time, Fixed-Term

Contractual hours:

37

Basis:

FT Temporary Fulltime All Year ]]>

Centre for Health Technology

. The ICONIC (Inter-generational CO-production of Novel technologies in Coastal communities) project has been funded by the EPSRC for 30 months from November 2022. This is an inter-disciplinary

project with investigators from all three Faculties at the University. We seek two Post-Doc Research Fellows (PDRF) who will be based in (i) the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics (SECaM) and (ii) the School of Art, Design and Architecture (SADA). You will work together, and with the academic team to develop four novel technologies. Applicants for each of the two PDRF posts should have experience relevant to at least two of four technologies.

Extended reality, working with Dr Alejandro Veliz Reyes

Social games, working with Dr Swen Gaudl

Underwater telepresence, working with Dr Chunxu Li

and Dr Hooman Samani

AI voice interfaces, working with Dr Amir Aly

Both PDRFs will work with two other half time PDRFs who will, working with numerous project partners recruit 120 older and younger participants to take part in co-design workshops. So, in addition to technical skills in these areas, you must be have good communication skills and be prepared to work with members of the public in developing the new technologies. The project partners range from care homes, through organisations representing people with sensory impairment, through to organisations offering cultural and environmental connections.

Although (as an EPSRC project), the focus of ICONIC is on the co-design of the novel technologies, it will address digital inequalities. Both posts are likely to involve travel in Devon and Cornwall. A current full driving licence and willingness to travel is desirable as you may be required to travel to remote areas not easily accessible by public transport.

You will work with the academics and other PDRFs and members of the public to develop and test the new technologies. You will write academic papers and present both at professional conferences but also be prepared to present to the public and other lay audiences.

You would normally possess or be about to complete a relevant PhD for your post. This is likely to be in Computing, Robotics, Engineering, or AI, although candidates from other disciplines can propose why their expertise is relevant. You should have expertise in areas such as VR, haptics, motion capture, voice interfaces, chatbots, bio-sensing, computer graphics, 3D scanning, physical interfaces, games development across different platforms using tools such as Unity or Unreal Engine, machine vision, deep learning, simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) and structure from motion (SfM), machine learning, and digital twins.

The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our three strategic Research Institutes: the Marine Institute, the Sustainable Earth Institute, and the Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges.

For an informal discussion to find out more about these roles please contact either the academics relevant to each technology or Prof Ray Jones, the overall project lead by email ray.jones@plymouth.ac.uk

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Interviews are expected to take place via Zoom on Friday 29 July 2022 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not. At the interviews you will be asked to give a presentation on what skills and expertise you bring to the project.

These are full-time positions working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for a period of 30 months due to funding. These positions will start on 1 November 2022.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups at the University of Plymouth, such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT .

Job Description

A8726

£35,326 - £40,927 per annum - Grade 7

35326

35326

40927

Academic/Research

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Plymouth

Full-Time, Fixed-Term

37

FT Temporary Fulltime All Year

Thu, 19 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT

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