Architectural 3D Visualisation Manager EWAP Project

The new part-time post (0.4 FTE) is available from 1st November 2024 on a fixed term basis for 1 year with possible extension depending on funding. This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus and some from home.

Summary of the role

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the digital vision and implementation of the Endangered Wooden Architecture Programme, which focuses on the digital preservation of critically threatened wooden structures globally. We are looking for a dynamic and highly effective person to coordinate the ingest of architectural data related to 3D photogrammetry, 3D models and other advanced surveying methods for deposition within the EWAP archive and Open Heritage 3D.

This wide-ranging role entails the processing of datasets and metadata, the development of workflows to optimize spatial and 3D data quality for archiving and assuring interoperability across several 3D systems. You will be responsible for liaising with and providing advice to a range of teams around the world on data processing and methods of field survey ensuring high quality data recording. The role would suit someone who has extensive experience in this field and who is interested in supporting different teams around the world to preserve their architectural and cultural heritage.

EWAP is an ambitious grant giving programme that aims to support the documentation of and access to endangered wooden architecture from around the world. The programme has already provided £2.3 million to 28 projects in 19 countries, recording 575 structures in the form of architectural pictures and drawings, 3D photogrammetry and ethnographic studies.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

For more information about the role contact: Kelly Reed, Programme Manager, EWAP, kellyreed@brookes.ac.uk

You will also enjoy the benefits of working at Oxford Brookes University with up to 38 days holiday, rising to 41 days holiday (this includes 13 Bank Holidays and Concessionary Days), a generous Local Government pension scheme (19.2% Employer contribution rate), cycle to work scheme and access to a variety of university facilities (Brookes Nursery, Gym and sports facilities).

CV and Personal Statement:

As part of the application process all applicants are required to complete our online application form by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button on the Oxford Brookes vacancy page. You will be routed to this when you click on the above “Apply” button. All parts of the application form should be completed and in the section of the form called “Supporting Documents”, applicants must upload their CV and a Personal Statement. To complete the Personal Statement part of the application, applicants must download the Personal Statement document which is part of the advert below and complete the form, providing examples and explaining how they meet each item detailed on the document. The Personal Statement must then be uploaded to the application form along with the CV.

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background. 

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria. 

Closing Date: 29/08/2024

Location: Gipsy Lane Site, Headington Campus

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