Audio Systems Engineer & Programmer - KTP Associate

Department

The School of Physics, Engineering and Technology brings physicists and engineers together to push the frontiers of knowledge, foster innovation and meet the grand challenges facing society. Our aim is to deliver world-leading research in both fundamental and applied areas whilst developing new technologies that work for the public good, in an environment where everyone can thrive.

As a School, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to our culture and we strive to provide a working environment which allows all staff and students to contribute fully, to flourish, and to excel. We aim to ensure that there is a supportive and egalitarian culture at all levels and across all staff groups and offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, campus facilities and services to support staff from different backgrounds. We are proud to hold Juno Champion and Athena Swan bronze awards, which recognise our commitment to creating an equitable and fully inclusive environment in which staff and students can thrive. We aim to inspire young people to engage with science and engineering through our outreach work.

Role

A position of Audio Systems Engineer & Programmer (KTP Associate) is available to work as part of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership project with the AudioLab, School of Physics, Engineering and Technology at the University of York and Bonza Music Ltd based at the Catalyst building at University of York.

Bonza Music is an innovative disruptive music technology start up business that is developing its patent-pending immersive technology, enabling musicians of any age or proficiency to learn, practice, play and record music together, in real-time, online.

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

You will have:

Qualifications

• MSc in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or equivalent

Knowledge

• Audio programming
• Excellent knowledge of c/c++ programming environments
• Good working knowledge of computer hardware

Skills, abilities and competencies

• Able to communicate to a high standard orally and in writing to a broad range of audiences at all levels
• Active in developing positive working relationships
• Flexibility under pressure and in adapting to changing needs
• A proactive approach and the ability to use initiative and problem solving skills

Experience

• Experience of carrying out both independent and collaborative research
• Ability to work as part of a team and also to work independently using own initiative

Personal attributes

• Attention to detail and commitment to high quality
• Collaborative ethos
• Interest in and enthusiasm for the subject matter
• Positive attitude to colleagues and students
• Willingness to work proactively with colleagues in other work areas/institutions

Interview date: To be confirmed

For informal enquiries: please contact Professor Gavin Kearney [email protected] or Fiona Ryder at [email protected] .

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork .