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Motorola UK Research Lab, Motorola Ltd, Basingstoke, UK
Research Engineers (Usability and Human Factors)
Closing Date: 22 November 2002
Motorola Labs develops novel ideas from conception, through analysis and
simulation, to proof-of-concept demonstrators. Our remit is to identify,
and advance through research, the technologies needed for future products.
Motorola's commitment to technology and research is reflected in the
excellent resources available.
Summary
The post holder will be required to investigate multimedia user
requirements, interactions and interfaces, taking an application-focused
approach and considering products that will reach the market in 3 to 5
years. The position will involve fundamental human factors research,
prototype design, implementation and evaluation. Given the wide scope of
the work, the candidate may be required to work on multiple parallel
projects. Leadership of a workpackage within a European collaborative
project is required. Within this European project, the post holder will be
working with universities and European organisations researching in the
domain of wireless applications and interfaces. Travel within Europe is an
essential part of the job.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, particularly to
those inexperienced in the field of human computer interaction. Project
management experience, preferably in the context of a collaborative
project, is required. In addition, we seek experience in one or more of
the following:
· user-centered design process
· user requirements elicitation
· contextual analysis and design
· multimedia and multimodal user interface design
· cognitive modeling and cognitive ergonomics
· ergonomics and human factors
Some relevant industrial research experience is preferred.
The postholder must have the ability to work on multidisciplinary project
teams, where he/she will be expected to contribute towards integration of
user-centred design principles with technology development. In addition,
the post holder should be highly self-motivated with the ability to work
unsupervised and take responsibility for delivering results. Cultural
sensitivity when working in a multi-national team and a commitment to
ethics are essential.
Qualifications: Good first degree in psychology or computer science with
preferably a higher degree and/or research experience in human factors or
human-computer interaction.
Motorola is committed to equal opportunities. A competitive salary along
with benefits, including relocation where necessary, will be provided.
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