Senior Research Officer, School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering

4 weeks ago


Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom University of Essex Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Officer to join our Brain-Computer Interfaces and Neural Engineering (BCI-NE) laboratory at the University of Essex. The successful candidate will work on a three-year fixed-term project, 'Semantic brain to computer communication', which aims to develop a radically new Brain-Computer Interface based on semantic decoding.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and conduct experiments to record neural data while individuals focus on a series of individual concepts.
  • Extract information from electroencephalogram (EEG), functional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and other physiological signals.
  • Develop decoding models, including signal processing and machine learning pipelines, and integrate natural language modelling with neural decoders.
  • Work with the project team to explore how neural engineering technology can be used to provide accurate, real-time, decoding of user intention.

Requirements

  • PhD (or near completion) in Biomedical Engineering, Brain-Computer Interfaces, Neural Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Neuroscience or a closely related discipline.
  • Developing research agenda and a developing record of publications in internationally recognised journals.
  • Significant experience in programming and expertise in areas such as signal processing, machine learning, statistical modelling of neural signals and processes.
  • Strong communication skills and a strong publication record as first author in 1st quartile journals.

About the University of Essex

The University of Essex is a cosmopolitan, internationally oriented institution that values diversity and inclusivity. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for staff and students from all backgrounds and cultures.



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