Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Acoustic and Audio Engineering

A bit about the School of Science, Engineering & Environment (SEE)…

The School aims to transform the quality of life for society and the well-being of future generations through a better and more sustainable future, offering students programmes from Architecture to Zoology.  

Industry collaboration is at the core of what we do. This is combined with a passion for research and finding solutions to real world problems and those that we may face in the future.  Our work is truly interdisciplinary with a strong focus on developing our knowledge for our colleagues as well as students. 

Intelligent automation and robotics is one of the three strategic priorities at Salford. A new £13m Centre of Excellence at the University of Salford, part funded by ERDF, will create specialist research demonstrator space linked to national industrial strategies, e.g., intelligent mobility (smart mobility systems).

So what will the role involve?

The role is for a postdoctoral researcher to carry out acoustic and psychoacoustic research in the framework of the project Perception-Influenced Engineering for eMobility and Future Soundscapes.  This project, funded by the Salford’s Innovation Strategy Fund, is aimed to develop tools to aid perceptually driven acoustic design of e-mobility to blend into the soundscape. 

The successful candidate will work in a leading research group to develop cutting edge research, developing tools allowing the realistic virtualisation of e-mobility for industry to fully materialise the benefits of industry 5.0.  These tools will be used to provide reliable and robust evidence for decision-making.

In this project, the successful candidate will use Salford’s world-class acoustic laboratories, including a full anechoic chamber, ISO standard listening room; and state-of-the-art measurement equipment (multi-channel data acquisition systems, acoustic cameras, etc). The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to work in collaboration with a leading industry partner in electric micro-mobility. 

It’s important of course we find the right people with the right behaviours and skillset for this project and are therefore very clear in what we need.

We need someone that communicates with clarity and behaves in a way that engages and influences people to do their best for the University – be inspiring.  We want you to consciously connect with people and build trusting relationships over time and help others to form networks that will support them in their work and learning – make connections.  You will take personal responsibility for your learning journey and actively contribute to the University’s learning culture – be a leader.  And last but not least, we want you to contribute to create a better future through a constant focus on improvement and innovation – facilitate innovation.

So, as well as the behaviours what else do we need?

As a key player, with high standards and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-placed environment, your research experience will stand out.  As a highly motivated individual, bubbling with confidence and professionalism, your ability to manage multiple task and work as a team or your own initiative will come with ease.

The University also recognises shortfall in its diversity and that work needs to be done in this space.  A key part of this role is therefore to contribute to our thinking and be challenging on how Salford can transform the way it addresses equity disparities, embraces diversity and becomes more inclusive.

If you have the behaviours and skillset as outlined above, then we definitely want to hear from you.

If you fancy a chat or have any questions, please contact Dr Antonio J Torija Martinez at A.J.TorijaMartinez@salford.ac.uk

This is a full time, fixed term (until 31 July 2023), opportunity.

What’s in it for you?

With over 200 languages spoken across Greater Manchester, we want to create an inspirational, inclusive learning and working environment, celebrating the diversity of our University community in our everyday conversations.  Our student population is already incredibly diverse, and we want to ensure this is reflected across our colleague profile as well.  

To maintain work/life balance, when appropriate you can connect to work from wherever you are. Whether it’s our Peel Park Campus, MediaCityUK or your couch at home, the tools are there for you to do your best work. Flexibility on working from home is supported where possible, however the role will be based on the University of Salford campus.

However you identify, whatever your pathway has been to get here, come and join us at the University of Salford where we are all proud to belong -  watch us in action here!