Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational Science
3 weeks ago
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a vital member of a multidisciplinary research group, you will assist the Project Lead in executing research initiatives for a funded project.
Sonic Intangibles:
An Innovative Hub for Sound and Meaning at Northumbria and Newcastle Universities.
The Project Lead is Professor Paul Vickers from the Department of Computer & Information Sciences, collaborating with co-leads from Northumbria University and Newcastle University.
This role is supported for the entire project duration, which aims to explore the sonification of various intangibles, such as astronomical phenomena, digital network activities, and material quantum states, making them perceptible through sound.
This
two-year initiative is designed to engage diverse audiences, from school students to adults, through both studio and experimental work.
Your primary responsibility will be to advance research in sonification across fields such as astronomy, materials science, computing, and space weather.
A background in computer science is essential, along with proven skills in programming and experience with collaborative platforms like GitHub.
You will collaborate closely with another full-time Research Associate at Newcastle University.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in a pioneering area of interdisciplinary research. For additional details about the other role, please refer to the relevant vacancies page.
TEAM DYNAMICS
This research initiative is spearheaded by the Department of Computer and Information Sciences, with co-leads from the Departments of Mathematics, Physics, and Electrical Engineering (Dr. Lucy Whalley and Dr. Dan Ratliff) at Northumbria University, as well as the School of Arts and Cultures (Dr. Bennett Hogg) and the School of Mathematics, Statistics, and Physics (Dr. Chris Harrison) at Newcastle University.
The project team has been involved in various sonification initiatives with interdisciplinary themes, including the Leverhulme Trust RADICAL project, focusing on the relationship between sonification design and listener experience, and the international Audio Universe project, which has facilitated the sonification of astronomical data for various stakeholders.
Related interdisciplinary projects emphasize ethnography and embodied listening, such as the Landscape Quartet, which creates site-specific audiovisual exhibits for natural environments, and the Leverhulme Trust project Bee-ing Human, which integrates apiculture into the digital age through collaboration among historians, literary theorists, computer scientists, and biologists.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Applicants should possess a PhD (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science or a closely related field, with specialized knowledge in collaborative software development techniques and familiarity with data sonification and auditory display methods.
Demonstrated ability to lead experimental design, organization, and execution of interviews, focus groups, and related activities with team members and research participants is essential.
Moreover, a strong commitment to collaborative work within an interdisciplinary team is required, including participation in research meetings and joint projects.
Further information regarding the role's requirements can be found in theperson specification.
ABOUT NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY
Northumbria University is a research-intensive institution dedicated to unlocking potential through education and research, addressing global challenges to transform society and the economy. With a diverse student body of over 37,000 from more than 140 countries, the university is recognized for its world-leading research and outstanding student experience. Northumbria University values its employees and promotes a positive work-life balance, offering a range of benefits, including excellent pension schemes, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to professional development. Our core values include Academic Excellence, Innovation, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Ambition, which guide our culture and decision-making processes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages applications from all members of the community.
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