PhD Artistic Researcher in Post-Instrumental Spatial Practice (f/m/d)
Core
A fully funded doctoral position investigating the integration of high-resolution 3D spatial audio with embodied, physical post-instrumental performance through practice-based case studies.
Role type
PhD Artistic Researcher (Post-Instrumental Spatial Practice)
Builds
Interactive performance systems, instrument designs, and theoretical models connecting 3D sound rendering with kinetic interaction.
Domain
Computer Music, Spatial Audio, Post-Instrumental Performance, Media Art
Required skills
Composition, Computer Music, Interactive Media, Performance Studies, Real-time audio environments (Max/MSP, Pd, Super Collider), Python, Physical computing (Arduino, Raspberry Pi), Real-time computer vision, Mechatronics, Spatial audio rendering (HOA, WFS), Qualitative research methods (grounded theory, autoethnography)
Preferred skills
Experience in audio-visual performance, sound installation, or post-instrumental practice
Technologies
Max/MSP, Pd, Super Collider, Python, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, HOA, WFS
Responsibilities
Drive artistic design and compositional application of new interactive performance systems; Synthesize findings into a new theoretical model integrating post-instrumental and spatial audio practices; Document the design process using qualitative methods; Contribute to publications and present at international conferences; Help design and evaluate expert-led workshops assessing practitioner experiences.
Seniority
PhD Candidate (Researcher)