Salary: Grade 6/7
Fixed term: Until 31/7/2023 (possible extension)

- ABOUT US -

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.

- THE ROLE -

The project is funded by the European Regional Development Fund as part of the North-West Europe Programme 2014-2020.

The Research Associate for this NWE Interreg project will be responsible for performing excellent research and commercialisation activities in the area of piloting technologies (to include software analysis and integration) under the direction of Centre staff.

- ABOUT YOU -

- Hold a PhD (or soon to be completed) in Computing Science, Maths, Electronic Engineering, Psychology, Sports Science or a related discipline.
- Have experience in project management, which has included using appropriate project management tools.
- Practical experience in understanding software algorithms and/or application design, development, and assessment.

- BENEFITS -

- Competitive salary.
- Generous annual leave entitlement promoting a healthy work/life balance - plus, an additional 15 days per year when the university is closed.
- Enrolment in USS pension scheme – employer contribution of 21.1%.
- An environment that supports flexible working and allows you to balance both work and home life.
- An open and inclusive environment that celebrates and welcomes diversity.
- Onsite and discounted sports/gym facilities (3 months free gym membership at either the Jordanstown, Coleraine, or Magee Campus).
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Exposure to the very latest in cutting edge technologies including Dell, Aruba, Checkpoint, and Avaya, feeding your passion for IT.
- Autonomy in your role to make impactful decisions and changes to company processes.

The School of Computing, Engineering & Intelligent Systems holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

To apply for the role of Research Associate in Technologies, please apply via the button shown.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.

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