Audio Systems Engineer & Programmer - KTP Associate

Audio Systems Engineer & Programmer - KTP Associate

Department

School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Salary

£45,585 per year

Grade

Grade 6

Contract status

Fixed term

Hours of work

Full-time

Based at

University of York campus

Interview date

To be confirmed

Posted Date

11/04/2024

Apply by

09/05/2024

Job Reference

13290

Documents

Job description 13290.pdf (PDF, 295.09kb)

Role Description Department

The School of Physics, Engineering and Technology brings physicists and engineers together to push the frontiers of knowledge, foster innovation and meet the grand challenges facing society. Our aim is to deliver world-leading research in both fundamental and applied areas whilst developing new technologies that work for the public good, in an environment where everyone can thrive.

As a School, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to our culture and we strive to provide a working environment which allows all staff and students to contribute fully, to flourish, and to excel. We aim to ensure that there is a supportive and egalitarian culture at all levels and across all staff groups and offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, campus facilities and services to support staff from different backgrounds. We are proud to hold Juno Champion and Athena Swan bronze awards, which recognise our commitment to creating an equitable and fully inclusive environment in which staff and students can thrive. We aim to inspire young people to engage with science and engineering through our outreach work.

Role

A position of Audio Systems Engineer & Programmer (KTP Associate) is available to work as part of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership project with the AudioLab, School of Physics, Engineering and Technology at the University of York and Bonza Music Ltd based at the Catalyst building at University of York.

Bonza Music is an innovative disruptive music technology start up business that is developing its patent-pending immersive technology, enabling musicians of any age or proficiency to learn, practice, play and record music together, in real-time, online.

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

You will have:

Qualifications

MSc in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or equivalent

Knowledge

Audio programming

Excellent knowledge of c/c++ programming environments

Good working knowledge of computer hardware

Skills, abilities and competencies

Able to communicate to a high standard orally and in writing to a broad range of audiences at all levels

Active in developing positive working relationships

Flexibility under pressure and in adapting to changing needs

A proactive approach and the ability to use initiative and problem solving skills

Experience

Experience of carrying out both independent and collaborative research

Ability to work as part of a team and also to work independently using own initiative

Personal attributes

Attention to detail and commitment to high quality

Collaborative ethos

Interest in and enthusiasm for the subject matter

Positive attitude to colleagues and students

Willingness to work proactively with colleagues in other work areas/institutions

Interview date: To be confirmed

For informal enquiries: please contact Professor Gavin Kearney [email protected] or Fiona Ryder at [email protected]

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork