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Research Fellow in EdgeAI Grade G (£31,607 - £36,371 p.a.
pro rata) Fixed-term contract 31st December 2026 About the Role We are currently inviting applications for the position of Research Fellow to join the dynamic team at the Smart Sensing Lab ( www.SmartSensingLab.com ), led by Professor Eiman Kanjo.
The role is integral to an EPSRC-funded project titled "ProSensing: Low-Power, High-Speed, Adaptable Processing-In-Sensing Capability" while working closely with Defence and Security Stakeholders.
As a successful candidate, you will become an integral part of the vibrant and collaborative Smart Sensing Lab.
This team is at the forefront of developing tinyML technologies, maintaining strong connections with the tinyML foundation (tinyML.org) and various industrial partners.
We are seeking candidates with a doctoral degree and substantial experience in Persuasive and Edge Computing or related areas.
Essential expertise includes embedded and sensing systems, tinyML, data science, AI and software development.
Responsibilities encompass active involvement in the ProSensing project's development activities, such as AI on Edge tools, collaboration with project stakeholders, and engagement with the consortium and Defence and Security stakeholders.
Technical Requirements: Strong coding skills with background in machine learning, Extensive experience in building Neural Network models and a solid foundation in mathematics.
Technical proficiency in Python, C, or C++, and familiarity with Tensorflow Lite/Micro.
Experience in Embedded system is essential.
Working knowledge of Android/Flutter development is advantageous.
The selected applicant will undergo mandatory security checks conducted by the National Security Technology and Innovation Exchange.
The contract for this post is contingent upon successful security clearance.
Interviews : last week -March 2025 For more details, please take a look at the role profile.
We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.
To ensure the diverse needs of our team are met we actively encourage secondments and offer flexible part-time working patterns - we're focused on finding the right person for the role.
About Us The School of Science and Technology at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is an exciting multidisciplinary environment for learning, teaching and research, with some of the best facilities in the UK.
We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality teaching and diverse, real-world research.
We specialise in biosciences, chemistry, computing and technology, as well as engineering, forensic science, mathematics, physics and sport science.
This mix of traditional and modern subjects encourages and inspires future innovators.
Our Department of Computer Science combines internationally-significant research with an outstanding record for teaching excellence.
Our state-of-the-art facilities and career-focused approach to course design provide the right conditions for students to excel in their chosen fields.
For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Prof. Eiman Kanjo head of Smart Sensing Lab at ****** Join Us Between 30 and 35 days annual leave per year (dependent on grade) plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata Hybrid working - we encourage and offer a mixture of office working and working from home.
You're empowered to define how you work best for the benefits of your stakeholders.
Flexibility - take ownership over how you get your work done.
We're open to different working patterns and approaches.
Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection.
Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme.
Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
Range of health and wellbeing services, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
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