Research Assistant/Research Associate in Computer Vision and Embedded System

Salary:  

Research Assistant: £31,396 to £32,982 per annum

Research Associate: £33,966 to £44,263 per annum

Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits . We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Closing Date: 04 March 2024

The role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Newcastle University School of computing as a Research Assistant / Research Associate. In collaboration with Spotta, Cambridge and based at Newcastle University you will help to achieve an Accelerated Knowledge Transfer Partnership’s objectives to develop a novel AI-enabled a pest surveillance system using embedded computer vision.

You will be required to deliver key innovations around computer vision and artificial intelligence working with academic and industrial specialists in the area. They will draw upon their postgraduate research and translate current theory and research outputs into the company in a practical way. They will be required to contribute novel ideas and enhanced techniques and methodologies ultimately leading to significant technological breakthroughs and publications.

You will have an MSc or PhD (or near competition of PhD) in Computer Science or related discipline with specialisation in computer vision or embedded systems together with significant experience in algorithm development.

Benefits:
•    Develop industry focused collaborative skills
•    The opportunity to lead a project, develop project management skills and improve long term career prospects
•    Access to university resources to complete the project

The position is available on a full time, fixed term basis, to start immediately and is tenable for 4 months from start date. 

To apply, please complete an online application and upload a plain text copy of your CV and cover letter only. In your cover letter, you should evidence how you meet or exceed the essential requirements for the role. Please note, any other ‘Additional Document’ you upload may not be received by the reviewing panel. 

For more information or informal enquiries, please contact Dr Deepayan Bhowmik [email protected]

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Key Accountabilities
•    On boarding to the project including familiarisation with the company and university, creation of a document depository and complete literature review
•    Research, develop and test a prototype, system set up and integration with Spotta
•    Disseminate and embed the knowledge within Spotta to various stakeholders throughout the mini-KTP via reports, presentations and group discussions
•    Present findings to stakeholders prepare and complete full documentation

The Person 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience 

•    A good knowledge and understanding of computer vision and embedded systems
•    Significant experience in algorithm development
•    Experience in writing technical documents or track record in peer-reviewed publications
•    Experience of coding in Python
•    Experience in data visualization and business case development

Attributes and Behaviour

•    Good interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate at all levels and good teamworking skills
•    The ability to work autonomously, personal motivation and drive
•    Excellent organisational skills
•    Ability to work to deadlines

Qualifications

MSc or PhD (or near completion) in Computer Science or related discipline with specialization in computer vision and embedded systems.

Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.  As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.

We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society.  We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent.  We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.

At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality.  We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC.  We are aDisability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.

In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe. 

Requisition ID: 26777