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    Research Associate in Immersive Interaction Design - Glasgow, United Kingdom - University of Glasgow

    University of Glasgow
    University of Glasgow Glasgow, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Job Purpose
    You will make a leading contribution to a project FUSION working with Dr Julie Williamson.

    This project explores the future of social XR, taking a data driven approach to understanding interaction stability in immersive environments and designing immersive experiences that are more enjoyable, productive, and satisfying.

    The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow.

    Main Duties and Responsibilities 1.

    Take a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.2.

    Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.3.

    Establish and maintain your research profile and reputation and that of The University of Glasgow/ School/ Research Group, including establishing and sustaining a track record of independent and joint publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.4.

    Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project & subject area, & develop/implement a suitable research strategy.5.

    Presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.6.

    Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.7.

    Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the research group/School/College/University and wider community (e.g. Academic and Industrial Partners).8.

    Take a leading role in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and School research group activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs and culture of the School/College.9.

    Take the lead in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.10.

    Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.11. Make a leading contribution to Teaching activities (e.g. demonstrating etc) and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Principal Investigator.12. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.13.

    Engage in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.14.

    Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.15.

    Contribute to the enhancement of the University's international profile in line with the University's Strategic Plan, Inspiring People Changing The World.

    Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience Knowledge/Qualifications Essential: A1 Normally Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) or alternatively possess the equivalent in professional qualifications and experience, with experience of personal development in a similar or related role(s)

    Skills Essential: C1 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of current issues and future directions within the wider subject area or subject specialism.
    C2 Experience developing and evaluating immersive experiences for deployment in lab settings.
    C3 Excellent data handling and analysis from interaction logs in immersive environments.

    C4 Technical expertise with common immersive hardware and IDEs, such as Meta hardware and SDKs, Unity, and other relevant technologies.

    C5 Sufficient depth of relevant research experience, normally including sufficient postdoctoral experience in a related field, appropriate to an early career researcher.

    Desirable: D1 Knowledge of social signal processing in immersive environments

    Experience Essential: E1 Experience with qualitative and quantitative methods for evaluating immersive experiences in lab settings.
    E2 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner.
    E3 A track record of presentation and publication of research results in quality journals/conferences.
    E4 Experience conducting user evaluation in a lab setting using immersive technologies.
    E5 Experience of making a leading contribution in academic activities.

    E6 Ability to demonstrate a degree of independence as illustrated by identification of project objectives from assessment of the literature, design & analysis of experiments & drafting of papers.

    E7 Experience in undertaking independent research.

    Closing date:

    9 May 2024 Terms and Conditions     Salary will be Grade 7, £39,347 - £44,263 per annum. This post is full time, and has funding for up to 36 months. Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.

    As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.


    As a valued member of our team, you can expect:1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

    3 A flexible approach to working.
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