Audio Visual Solutions Research Engineer

Job title:

Audio Visual Solutions Research Engineer

Company:

King’s College London

Job description

As a part of the IT Innovation division, AV Solutions is dedicated to integrating innovative technologies. The move to IT Innovation fosters further development in this area while maintaining a dotted-line connection to IT Solutions. This ensures alignment with IT change management practices, such as Agile methodologies, which are critical for our continuous improvement and adaptation to emerging trends.The AV Solutions team is responsible for the full spectrum of AV technologies, including displays (screens, projectors, video walls), audio systems (amplification, digital signal processing, accessible audio), digital signage, and AV control systems. Our mission is to create state-of-the-art AV solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients, enhancing the user experience and facilitating advanced learning and collaboration.About the roleThe AV Solutions Research Engineer is pivotal in designing and configuring cutting-edge AV systems technologies for AV Solutions. The role holder plays a crucial part in developing the integrated audio-visual systems architecture across all campuses, ensuring state-of-the-art solutions are implemented effectively. This role offers flexible working conditions, providing an opportunity to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments, thereby fostering a positive and productive work environment. The successful candidate will be a highly experienced AV specialist with a strong background in both technical and scientific theory, as well as robust IT skills. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into AV systems will be a significant aspect of this role, enhancing system functionality and user experience.We are seeking a candidate with a unique blend of creativity, edge, and rebellious spirit. The ideal candidate will exhibit:

• Creative Flair: Possessing an innovative and imaginative approach to problem-solving and project development.
• Edgy Perspective: Bringing a bold and unconventional mindset.
• Innovative Spirit: Demonstrating a willingness to advocate for original ideas and methodologies.
• Team Camaraderie: Embracing a strong sense of community and teamwork, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

This role will be offered on a full-time, indefinite contractAbout youTo be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:Essential criteria1. Intermediate level of at least three and advanced level of at least one of the following: Coding (Python, C++, C#, etc), Q-sys systems, Dante/AES67 DSP balance and setup, lighting (TV or Theatre), environmental acoustics, electro acoustics, electronics, sound mixing, Machine Learning/DNN/AI, Virtual Reality, Room Design, 3D architectural design and BiM, Audio Analysis, prompt engineering, academic research2. Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD, Sketchup, Revit or similar designing skills3. Educated to degree level or equivalent (HNC, A level, NVQ 3, HND level or equivalent with relevant experience)4. Good standard of written and spoken English5. Proactive, flexible and responsive approach to work6. Significant previous experience with Audio Visual systems (design, Installation or service)7. Experience of working effectively as part of a team, particularly with regards delivering services and problem solving jointly8. Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skillsDesirable criteria1. Proactive, flexible and responsive approach to work2. Previous experience in designing complex audio-visual systems for higher education3. Experience in conducting witness testing and dealing with AV contractors4. Experience in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions into AV systems, enhancing functionality and user experience.Downloading a copy of our Job DescriptionFull details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.Further informationWe pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King’s. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages.We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.This post is subject to an Occupational Health clearance.CompanyKing’s College London is one of the top 20 universities in the world and among the oldest in England. King’s has more than 27,600 students (of whom nearly 10,500 are graduate students) from some 150 countries worldwide, and some 6,800 staff.King’s has an outstanding reputation for world-class teaching and cutting-edge research. In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF) King’s was ranked 6th nationally in the ‘power’ ranking, which takes into account both the quality and quantity of research activity, and 7th for quality according to Times Higher Education rankings. Eighty-four per cent of research at King’s was deemed ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (3* and 4*). The university is in the top seven UK universities for research earnings and has an overall annual income of more than £684 million.King’s has a particularly distinguished reputation in the humanities, law, the sciences (including a wide range of health areas such as psychiatry, medicine, nursing and dentistry) and social sciences including international affairs. It has played a major role in many of the advances that have shaped modern life, such as the discovery of the structure of DNA and research that led to the development of radio, television, mobile phones and radar.King’s College London and Guy’s and St Thomas’, King’s College Hospital and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trusts are part of King’s Health Partners. King’s Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre (AHSC) is a pioneering global collaboration between one of the world’s leading research-led universities and three of London’s most successful NHS Foundation Trusts, including leading teaching hospitals and comprehensive mental health services. For more information, visit: .King’s £600 million campaign, World questions|KING’s answers, has delivered huge global impact in areas where King’s has particular expertise. Philanthropic support has funded new research to save young lives at Evelina London Children’s Hospital; established the King’s Dickson Poon School of Law as a worldwide leader in transnational law; built a new Cancer Centre at Guy’s Hospital; allowed unique collaboration between leading neuroscientists to fast-track new treatments for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, motor neurone disease, depression and schizophrenia at the new Maurice Wohl Clinical Neuroscience Institute; created the Cicely Saunders Institute: the first academic institution in the world dedicated to palliative care, and supported the King’s Sierra Leone Partnership in the Ebola crisis. Donations provide over 300 of the most promising students with scholarships and bursaries each year. More information about the campaign is available at .Company info Mini-site Telephone +(44)02078365454 Location STRAND
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Expected salary

£43205 – 50585 per year

Location

London

Job date

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 02:20:32 GMT

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