Computer Science Jobs - Research Associate in Mobile Human ...

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Temporary contract until 31 January 2015

Based in Milton Keynes

The Computing Department is looking for a Research Associate in the area of Mobile Human Computer Interaction. The post is available in the EU-funded GAMBAS project. The main objective of GAMBAS is to develop fundamental technologies for context-aware, behaviour-driven services for innovative public transportation applications.

You will conduct internationally-leading research in mobile user interfaces for public transport systems, with a particular focus on proactive services that predict user movement and information needs. You will apply human-centred design methods to create engaging mobile user experiences, and use empirical research methods to conduct user studies and field trials.

You will be expected to develop proposals for individual or joint research and contribute to writing bids for research funding.

To apply you must hold a first degree in the areas of computer science, human-computer interaction, electronic engineering, mathematics or a related discipline, and a PhD relevant to the research area or equivalent qualifications. Also, you should have demonstrated your research competence through high-quality publications in top conferences in the area of mobile computing, pervasive computing, human-computer interaction and/or machine learning. Strong practical software development skills are required for both posts.

Informal enquiries may be made to Prof Gerd Kortuem (www.kortuem.com) at the Ubiquitous Computing and Sustainability Lab, Department of Computing, The Open University.

Closing date: noon on 7 June 2012.

For detailed information, an electronic copy of an application form and how to apply go to www.open.ac.uk/employment, or call the Staffing Assistant on +44 (0)1908 654161 or email mct-staffing [at] open.ac [dot] uk quoting the reference number.?

Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (minicom 01908 654901).

We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AEL512/research-associate-in-mobile-human-computer-interaction/

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