Reader, Creative Computing Institute

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The opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to work with the research leader and teaching staff, to contribute to the research and teaching agenda of the newly formed Creative Computing Institute. Experience of creative practice at the intersection of art, design and computing will be an advantage in establishing your credibility to work within the Institute.

About you

This post represents a key appointment to the newly established Creative Computing Institute (CCI).

Under direction of the CCI Research Leader you will help develop and deliver a credible interdisciplinary and integrated research programme for the institute and based on your track record will contribute to the three institute research themes, which are:

1. Creativity, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
2. Human Computer Interaction
3. Platforms, Big Data and Digital Citizenship

As a Reader, you will also be required to contribute annually to the institute’s social mission under one of its three pillars of; Digital Inclusion; Diversity in Technology; Digital Entrepreneurship. You will also have the opportunity to shape the lab environment of the Institute and will be a present, engaged and active member of the community for both staff and students.

Within UAL, Readers are expected to make major research contributions to their field of expertise and support research activities and outcomes, actively participate in public, national and international forums for debate and contribute significantly to UAL events. The post holder will develop and locate their research and practice within the research aims and remit of the University of the Arts through work in the field of through work in the field of Creative Computing at the Creative Computing Institute. They will develop and lead research projects and significantly contribute to the academic research profile and activities of the university. The post holder will take a leading role in their appointed field of research. They will plan and initiate the writing of external funding bids as either Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator. Readers are expected to act as Directors of Study and/or supervisors to research degree a students as appropriate to their workload.

The post-holder for this role will essentially hold a PhD in relevant field and ideally hold a Teaching qualification.

 

Alongside the above the postholder shall hold –  

• Demonstrable understanding of the creative computing subject.
• Demonstrable understanding of interdisciplinary research.
• Significant track record of academic practice.
• Track record of PhD supervision including completions.
• Track record of research publication.
• Track record of REF submission or equivalent.
• Significant track record of conference presentation.
• Communicates in a compelling and influential way. Adapts the style and message to a diverse internal or external audience in an inclusive and accessible way
• Motivates and leads effectively, setting the direction of one or more function and promotes collaboration across formal boundaries
• Applies innovative approaches in leading academic programmes, teaching, learning or professional practice to support excellent teaching, pedagogy and inclusivity
• Applies own research to develop learning and assessment practice 
• Contributes to advancing professional practice/research or scholarly activity in own area of specialism 
• Effectively plans, prioritises and manages the delivery of complex projects or activities to achieve long term strategic objectives
• Builds effective teams, networks or   communities of practice and fosters constructive cross team collaboration
• Makes a significant contribution to improving the student or customer experience to promote an inclusive environment for students, colleagues or customers
• Identifies innovative practical solutions to new or unique problems

 

To apply, please download the attached job description/person specification for the role which contains the full list of requirements/experience and selection criteria.

If you have any queries you can contact via email CCIstaffingadmin@arts.ac.uk.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) offers an extensive range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. UAL is home to a diverse body of over 6,000 academic, professional and technical staff who support more than 21,000 students from 130 countries.

The University is made up of 6 renowned Colleges: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL is ranked second in the world for Art and Design in the 2022 QS World University Rankings.

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UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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