Research Associates - ViWAS Project (EX Research Group)
Core
Conduct state-of-the-art research in virtual worlds focused on education, design and evaluate novel systems integrating immersive technologies with education, and support overall project coordination for the ViWAS Horizon Europe project.
Role type
Research Associate (IC)
Builds
Research prototypes and demonstrators using modern software and virtual worlds development frameworks
Domain
Education technology + Extended Reality (VR/AR/MR)
Deliverable
research
Required skills
Virtual/Augmented/Mixed Reality expertise, Strong programming skills (C#, C++), EU project management and reporting, Independent research problem identification, Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Preferred skills
Unity or Unreal Engine development, Human-computer interaction, User experience research, Experimental design and user studies, Experience with large multi-partner EU projects
Technologies
C#, C++, Unity, Unreal Engine
Responsibilities
Conduct research in virtual worlds for education, Design and evaluate systems integrating immersive technologies, Develop research prototypes and demonstrators, Contribute to scientific publications and project deliverables, Monitor implementation progress across Work Packages, Organize consortium and project management meetings
Seniority
Mid-level IC (Ph.D. required)