Researcher for Textile Analysis using Computer Vision

You will be involved in an Innovate UK project working on designing a Digital Twin of the platform for textile analysis and manipulation. You will improve our current tools implemented in Unity for analytics and simulations. You will also attend project meetings and calls, discuss project issues with the other partners and help with the related deliverables, publications and demonstrations.

The Person

The successful candidate will have a degree in Environmental Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

You will have proven experience in developing digital twins and analytical tools, preferably within an industrial or academic setting. You will also have proficiency in Unity 3D for simulation and modelling, strong programming skills in languages such as C# and experience with data analysis, and related tools. Knowledge of textile recycling processes is desirable.

The Faculty

There are few faculties across the UK university landscape as varied in their scope as the Faculty of Engineering, Computing & the Environment (ECE). We teach and research across a wide range of subjects, allowing for real cross-discipline innovation and creativity. Our lecturers are experts – working at the forefront of their fields and actively engaged in research so they can bring advanced knowledge to their teaching. Our state-of-the-art facilities include specialist laboratories, a public outreach centre, a specialist virtual reality centre, a rocket lab, flight simulators, renewable energy lab, and 3 new labs related to electric, electronic and robotics, as well as an advanced design studio. For future scientists and engineers, this combines to create the ultimate real-life space for practical learning. For academic professionals, this all adds up to a truly vibrant, exciting environment in one of the largest and most diverse STEM faculties in the sector.

Further information

This is a full time, fixed term position for 6 months with a starting salary of £33,153 per annum.

Interviews are expected to be held the week commencing 26th August 2024.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Vasileios Argyriou.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

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