PDRA in Experimental Skyrmionics for Neuromorphic Computing

Job reference: SAE-027271
Salary: £36,924 - £45,163 per annum depending on experience
Faculty/Organisational unit: Science and Engineering
Location: Oxford Road
Employment type: Fixed Term
Division/Team: Department of Computer Science
Hours per week: Full Time (1 FTE)
Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 02/12/2024
Contract duration: Fixed Term for 12 months
School/Directorate: School of Engineering

The University seeks to appoint a research associate with expertise on experimental techniques in the Department of Computer Science to work on an interdisciplinary project on Skyrmionics for Neuromorphic Computing. The candidate will conduct research related to emerging magnetic nanotechnologies in order to enable computing hardware for brain-inspired computing. In particular, the candidate will work towards the development of skyrmionics-based neuromorphic components, such as nanosynaptic devices, taking into consideration realistic operating conditions. Details for the post are found in the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria. The candidate will be part of the Skyrmionics team and will be hosted by the Nano Engineering and Spintronic Technologies (NEST) group. The NEST group is a vibrant community of interdisciplinary researchers working on a variety of topics including spintronics, magnetic data storage, nano-technology applications, numerical modelling and simulation. The group are active members of the National Graphene Institute (NGI), the Royce institute for advanced materials. More information can be found at: 

nest.cs.manchester.ac.uk

skyrmionics.org

The University of Manchester values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

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Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Christoforos Moutafis

Email: christoforos.moutafis@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

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

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