Research Assistant in Immersive Dome Content Design

Ref: A0227

FACULTY OF TECHNOLOGY

Centre for creative design & technology

Salary £20437 to £23692 pa – Grade 5

Plymouth

This is a new position for a Research Assistant to work for a period of three years with the existing team of content producers for the Full Dome Immersive Vision Theatre on the Plymouth Campus. The post will develop dynamic content drawn from diverse disciplines located in the Faculty of Technology, developing traditional computer modelling techniques (such as CAD and VRML) through to abstract dynamic data modelling (from areas such as ecological and intelligent buildings, data mining, and computer network activity), through to scanning electron and atomic force microscopy imaging and links with modelling applications for rapid prototyping technologies. The post will work closely with content providers developing support structures to deliver a sustainable programme of high quality productions for the Dome.

This will enhance and extend existing projects initially funded by the Earth Sciences HEFCE funded Experiential Learning CETL (Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning). As well as being an integrating force across the disciplines located in the Faculty of Technology, the post will work closely with members of the Centre for Creative Design and Technology contributing to its efforts to unlock transformative uses of visualisation, modelling and simulation which reach from undergraduate and postgraduate education through to research and into industrial and business practice.

The successful applicant will have a first degree, preferably 2.1 or above, in a digital media, computer modelling or visualisation or a similar discipline.

They will have at least one or two years relevant work experience preferred (may include placement experience), with a portfolio of relevant content development.

They will have a sophisticated technical ability in 3d graphics software (such as 3D Studio Max, Maya or Cinema 4D), programming skills in interactive media languages (such as lingo and action script) and web based technologies (such as HTML, XML, PHP, MySQL).

They will need to be able to form constructive and supportive working relationships with non-specialist clients, be a strong team member and display a high degree of creativity, energy, enthusiasm and commitment to pushing forward this innovative project. This will require flexibility and adaptability to changing working environments and objectives. They will need research skills, including abilities to search for and evaluate information, and apply appropriate research methodologies.

Recruitment and selection will be based on individual merit, however, we should particularly like to encourage applications from women, black and minority ethnic people who are under-represented in the Faculty of Technology.

For an informal discussion, please contact Mike Phillips on 01752 232549 or email mike.phillips@plymouth.ac.uk although applications must be made in accordance with the details shown below.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 11 July 2007

CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON, FRIDAY 15 JUNE 2007

Job Description & Further Particulars

Application forms can be downloaded into the following formats:

Application Forms & Additional Information must be returned to Personnel & Development, University of Plymouth by email to: jobs@plymouth.ac.ukor by post to the address stated on the application form.

If you experience any problems in downloading any of the above information, please telephone Recruitment Services on 01752 233464.