Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow in AI in Audiology

University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in audiology research seeks a Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow to innovate AI applications in audiology. This exciting role involves leading a research program, collaborating with international experts, and securing funding for impactful projects. The position offers flexibility in contract type, with a fixed-term of 36 months and the potential for extension based on funding success. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing audiological research and clinical practice, while enjoying exceptional benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Market leading Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional annual leave entitlement

Paid closure over Christmas

Local and national retail discounts

Qualifications

• Strong background in AI and ML applications in audiology.
• Experience in leading research projects and securing funding.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead AI research in audiology at ManCAD.
• Collaborate with global auditory researchers and apply for funding.

Skills

AI in Audiology

Machine Learning (ML)

Research Collaboration

Research Funding Applications

Education

PhD in Audiology or related field

Job description

About the post:

The post is for a Research Fellow or a Senior Research Fellow to establish and lead a programme of research in AI in Audiology for the Hearing Heath Theme of the Manchester BRC at the Manchester Centre for Audiology and Deafness (ManCAD). We are looking for an individual who has creative ideas for incorporating AI and machine learning (ML) into audiological research, clinical practice and teaching, and who can support and advise on ongoing research at ManCAD that would benefit from use of AI/ML. We expect this individual to seek out collaborations with auditory researchers around the world, and to apply for research funding that will support a thriving programme of research. The role can be full-time or part-time.

This is a fixed-term contract for 36 months in the first instance, but depending on funding and success of the programme there might be the opportunity for continued employment at ManCAD.

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 here.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Gabrielle Saunders, Professor of Audiology

Email: [e-mail]

General enquiries:

Email: [e-mail]

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.