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Combines expertise in programming with a detailed understanding of research in Computer Science to translate research needs into computing applications – either by porting existing code or designing and developing new software from scratch – and carrying out supporting work, providing advice, guidance and support, leading small-scale project activities and supporting the development of research grant applications in the four research areas mentioned above. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.
Combines expertise in programming with a detailed understanding of research in Computer Science to translate research needs into computing applications – either by porting existing code or designing and developing new software from scratch – and carrying out supporting work, providing advice, guidance and support, leading small-scale project activities and supporting the development of research grant applications in the four research areas mentioned above. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.
Research
- To undertake the development and implementation of high-quality reusable software and techniques to support research projects.
- To conduct research and support research activities in computer science and contribute to the overall performance of the School of Computer Science & Informatics and wider research areas where applications exist by the production of measurable outputs, including publishing in journals.
- To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research and contribute to research funding proposals.
- To undertake administrative tasks associated with research projects, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
- To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate.
- Support the advising/mentoring of postgraduate research students in each school research section on best practices for developing Research Software.
- To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field.
- To build and create networks both internally within the related research groups, across Cardiff University and across GW4 through related GW4 research institutes, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements and share research ideas for the benefit of the School of Computer Science & Informatics and associated collaborative research projects.
- To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions and other academic institutions, regionally and nationally, to raise awareness and the profile of the School of Computer Science & Informatics to cultivate strategically valuable alliances and, to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of relevant activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School of Computer Science & Informatics to enhance the regional and national profile.
- To engage with national and international RSE communities.
- To organise and perform knowledge transfer activities related to Research Software Engineering including but not limited to software carpentry workshops and data clinics.
- To participate wherever appropriate in School-related research activities.
- To carry out a range of duties at a strategic and technical level involving visiting other institutions, partners, attendance at events, presenting at conferences and meetings, hosting visits and giving advice on activities of value to the project and/or the University.
- To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to, and which will enhance performance.
- To participate in administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world.
- Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.
Person specification
Essential Criteria
Qualifications and Education
Pastoral, Communication and Team Working
Essential Criteria
Qualifications and Education
- Postgraduate degree at PhD level (or substantial progress towards the award of a PhD) in a related subject area or relevant industrial experience.
- Substantial knowledge and experience of programming skills and Software Engineering techniques to support research activities relevant to the school research sections.
- An established expertise and portfolio of developing Research Software and/or relevant industrial experience within at least one of the following research fields:
- Data Intensive Science
- Software Engineering
- Machine Learning
- Human-centred computing
- Visual computing
- Cybersecurity and privacy
- Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field.
- Proven ability to support software development and/or research projects by preparing technical reports and documentation plus using source control/repositories.
- Understanding of academic research funding and the ability to support to research teams in developing competitive applications.
- Proven ability to support research teams with preparing papers resulting in publications.
Pastoral, Communication and Team Working
- Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication.
- Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals.
- Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work.
- Relevant professional qualification(s).
- Evidence of collaborations with industry.
- Proven ability to work without close supervision
- Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
- Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the teaching and research activities of the School.
Salary Range Min.
39,347
Salary Range Max.
44,263
Job Category
Academic - Research
Grade
Grade 6
