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The role
An exciting position for a Research Fellow (Fixed term upto March 2029). This post is part of an AHRC project, Convergent screen technologies and performance in realtime (CoSTAR). The post will operate within the CoSTAR National Lab led by Royal Holloway University of London with Pinewood Studios, BT, University of Surrey, Abertay University, Disguise, National Film and Television School and Surrey County Council.
The CoSTAR National Lab Postdoctoral Research Associate key reresponsibilities include:
- Undertaking a range of research activities within a specified research area, assuming responsibility for specific areas of projects and making use of new research techniques and methods, in consultation with their supervisor. This may include fieldwork, interviews, laboratory experimentation, critical evaluation and interpretation, computer-based data analysis and evaluation or library research.
- Using initiative and creativity to identify areas for research.
- Developing new research methods and extending the research portfolio.
- Analysing and interpreting results of their own research.
- Writing up results and preparing papers for submission to appropriate journals and conferences, and other outputs as required as well as attending appropriate conferences for the purpose of disseminating research results.
- Continually updating knowledge and developing skills and translating knowledge of advances in the area into research activity.
- Planning and managing their own research activity in collaboration with others.
- The post holder may occasionally be required to supervise more junior research staff.
N.B. The above list is not exhaustive.
About you
The ideal candidate holds a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline (although individuals who have almost completed a doctoral degree may be appointed). They will have authority over some aspects of project work and must be capable of providing academic judgement, offering original and creative thoughts and be able to interpret and analyse results.
How to apply
Please apply via the University of Surrey website with your CV and cover letter.
Interviews are scheduled for first week of July.
The University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early or extend based on Volume and Caliber of applications.
For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button.
In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.
The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.
