ICNS Research Associate

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybride; GBP 34 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fantastic market leading Pension schem

Excellent employee health and goodwill

Excellent employee health and wellbing

Additional paid closure over the Xmas

Local and national discounts at a rang

Résumé du poste

The University of Manchester invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate (Neuromorphic Vision Systems) to design and implement neuromorphic vision models, involving theory, algorithm optimisation, and hardware integration. You will work with neuroscience, engineering and computer science colleagues to advance learning, storage and pattern detection in functional prototypes.

The role emphasizes research output through data analysis, publications and dissemination at seminars and

Description du poste

The Postdoctoral Research Associate (Neuromorphic Vision Systems) plays a pivotal role in designing and implementing neuromorphic vision systems, spanning the theory of pixel operation, optimisation of processing algorithms, and hardware implementation. This position involves close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams across neuroscience, engineering, and computer science to develop functional models capable of learning, storing, and detecting patterns. The role also includes contributing to demonstrator applications that showcase the practical impact of the research. Beyond technical development, the Research Associate is expected to actively contribute to the University’s research output through data analysis, publication, and dissemination via seminars, conferences, and public engagement. Additionally, the role supports the identification and development of new research directions and the preparation of proposals for both independent and collaborative projects. What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please be aware that due to the number of applications we unfortunately may not able to provide individual feedback on your application.

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Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews: Name: Andre Van Schaik Email: General enquiries