Jobs: Research Fellow in Pervasive Computing
Closing date: 29/03/2021
Salary : Grade H (£33,797 - £38,017 pro rata)
https://vacancies.ntu.ac.uk/displayjob.aspx?jobid=8811
We invite applicants who have a PhD (or near completion) or equivalent experience in a relevant area such as Computer Science or Communications Engineering to join our research team. The applicants must be able to demonstrate a good research track record in the discipline of Pervasive Computing. Post holder will conduct research in the area of Pervasive Computing, physical and digital prototyping, AI on Edge devices, mobile development, accessibility and participatory design. Experience in mobile development is highly desirable. We will also value the ability to learn new technologies outside the current skills and expertise. Interpersonal skills will be essential for this role. The role will also require the postholder to collaborate effectively with external stakeholders, and other team members.
Our school offers a highly stimulating environment for career development and progression, and you will be exposed to a range of further opportunities over the course of this post.
Skills and Experience
Hold a PhD degree in computing (or near completion), communication engineering, or a related technical subject, or significant industry experience.
Have a good research experience in Pervasive Computing (e.g. Edge Computing or wearable technology, including the co-design & development and evaluation of pervasive computing systems).
Experience in data visualisation and data science tools.
Working experience of at least one programming language such as Java, Python, or C++.
Have good experience in developing mobile phone applications.
Have the ability to work independently and as part of a group.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and spot trends to influence future actions.
Ability to work effectively in a team, with excellent time management, problem solving approach, practically minded with hands-on ability, methodical and organised.
Good publications record.
Able to assist with technical project management duties.
Personal attributes
Responsible, enthusiastic, independent worker, persistent, pays attention to detail, quick learner.
A research position is now available to work on 5G Connected Forest, a new 5G testbed project funded by the UK Government(Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)). Visitors to the Sherwood Forest Country Park will be able to get a 3D experience of the forest like never before following the go-ahead for a £10m project to test the latest 5G technology at the world-renowned tourist destination. The project will develop and evaluate new sensor technologies over 5G networks in forest environments, leveraging unmanned vehicles such as robots and drones.
In particular, this post will contribute to the development and deployment of mobile use experience around the forest in collaboration with other project partners, including, Nottingham County Council, Birmingham City University, Netmore IOT Solutions, Gooii, ISPB, Harworth Group, Centre Parcs UK, Stagecoach East Midlands and Parkwood Outdoors. NTU is part of the consortium, through academic Dr Eiman Kanjo.
If you have any specific queries in relation to this position, please contact Assoc Prof Eiman Kanjo, on +(44)115 848 4820 or via email [log in to unmask]
or apply here: https://vacancies.ntu.ac.uk/displayjob.aspx?jobid=8811
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