Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Computer Science and Auditory Display

7 days ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Northumbria University Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Scientist to join our interdisciplinary team at Northumbria University. The successful candidate will work on a cutting-edge research project that aims to bring intangible phenomena into our audible experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop research using sonification in the fields of astronomy, materials science, computing, and space weather.
  • Collaborate with the project team to design, organize, and run experiments, interviews, focus groups, and related activities.
  • Work cooperatively as part of an interdisciplinary team, including participating in research meetings and working on joint research projects.
  • Contribute to the development of the project's research objectives and outcomes.

Requirements:

  • PhD in Computer Science or a relevant cognate discipline.
  • Demonstrable specialist expert knowledge in methods and techniques suitable for collaborative software development with online repository environments.
  • Familiarity with methods and techniques in data sonification and auditory display.
  • Ability to lead in the design, organization, and running of experiments, interviews, focus groups, and related activities.
  • Commitment to working cooperatively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

What We Offer:

  • A dynamic and supportive research environment.
  • The opportunity to work on a cutting-edge research project.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • The chance to collaborate with a talented team of researchers.

About Us:

Northumbria University is a research-intensive university that unlocks potential for all. We change lives regionally, nationally, and internationally through education and research, tackling the global challenges of our age to transform society and the economy.



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