Research Fellow (105002-0122)

Vacancy Type/Job category
Research Only
Department
Computer Science
Salary
£31,406 - £40,927 per annum
Location
University of Warwick, Coventry
Vacancy Overview
Fixed-term contract for 12 months, 36.5 hours per week.
Post-doctoral Research Fellow on Data Systems for Machine Learning
Excellent researchers are invited for a Post-doctoral Research Fellow position at the Department of Computer Science, University of Warwick. The fellow will conduct research on building scalable data systems to support multi-modal machine learning pipelines, and collaborate with industrial partners that operate large data lakes. In particular, the fellow is expected to collaborate with Novartis on an exciting multi-modal machine learning project and work on scaling the machine learning process in terms of both size and variety of data.
Candidates with a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related discipline, and research interests in machine learning or database systems are encouraged to apply. The position is full-time, initially for 12 months with an immediate start and possibility for extension. You can contact Prof. Hakan Ferhatosmanoglu for more information about the position and research project.
The Computer Science Department at Warwick is ranked 1st in the UK for scientific output and 2nd overall in the latest UK Research Excellence Framework. We are among the co-founders of the Alan Turing Institute, the UK’s national AI and data science institute. Our research group and department provide an excellent environment for research career development, publishing in the leading venues for scalable data management and data analytics research. Past members of the research group now work in the leading technology companies and in permanent faculty positions at major research universities in USA and Europe.
Please apply with a Cover letter, CV, Research Statement, and the names of two References.
Interview Date/s: TBC.
Job Description
JOB PURPOSE
Undertake research on data management for multi-modal machine learning, and assist the research group’s activities.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Research and scholarship
• Conduct research on scalable data management systems for machine learning.
• Collaborate with the industrial and government partners on scalable data management systems for machine learning.
• Write up and present research work for leading international venues.
• Contribute to preparing project applications to external bodies.
Teaching and Learning Support
• Could be expected to contribute to the teaching and learning programmes in the department.
• May be asked to assist in the supervision and assessment of projects.
Administration and Other Activities
• Attend team meetings and to participate (where necessary) in other working groups.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety in all aspects of work.
• Travel for project collaborations and conferences, as and when required.

Person Specification

The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications required to undertake the role effectively. This is measured by (a) Application Form, (b) Test/Exercise, (c) Interview, (d) Presentation.

Essential Criteria 1
2:1 or above honours degree and possession (or soon to be possessed) of a PhD or equivalent in Computer Science or a closely related discipline. (a)
Essential Criteria 2
Proven ability in research and evidence of quality research output in data management or machine learning on topics specifically relevant to this project. (a, b, c)
Essential Criteria 3
Ability to initiate, plan, organise, implement and deliver programmes of work to tight deadlines. (a, b, c)
Essential Criteria 4
A developing research profile with the ability to publish and produce high quality research output. (a, b, c)
Desirable Criteria 1
Ability to work with people across university and industry, with good interpersonal skills. (a, b)
Desirable Criteria 2
Good written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into accessible language. (a, b, c)
Desirable Criteria 3
Sufficient depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work independently and develop research relevant to this project. (a, b)
Desirable Criteria 4
Ability to work as part of a team on research programmes. (a, b)
Desirable Criteria 5
Ability or potential to contribute to the development of funding proposals in order to generate external funding to support research projects. (a, b)
Further Particulars
For further information about the University of Warwick, please read our University Further Particulars .
For further information about the department, please visit the departmental website .
If you have not yet been awarded your PhD but are near submission or have recently submitted your PhD, any offers of employment will be made as Research Assistant on level 5 of the University grade structure (£30,497 pa). Upon successful award of your PhD and evidence of this fact, you will be promoted to Research Fellow on the first point of level 6 of the University grade structure (£31,406 pa).
Right to work in the UK
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The University of Warwick provides an inclusive working and learning environment, recognising and respecting every individual’s differences. We welcome applications from individuals who identify with any of the protected characteristics defined by the Equality Act 2010.

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As an organisation using the (DBS) Disclosure and Barring Service to assess applicants’ suitability for positions of trust, the University of Warwick complies with the DBS Code of Practice and undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a Disclosure on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed. More information is available on the University’s Vacancy pages and applicants may request a copy of the DBS Code of Practice.

Closing Date
21 Feb 2022