Liverpool John Moores University
Face Lab Research Assistant (0.5fte) Fixed term for 24 months
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About Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.
Job Opportunity: Researcher Post in Face Lab
This is an opportunity to apply for a researcher post in Face Lab, relating to craniofacial identification research and machine learning. You will require a computer science background. You will be applying AI and/or machine learning to Face Lab processes in relation to craniofacial identification.
About Face Lab
Face Lab, led by Professor Caroline Wilkinson, is an award-winning collaborative unit that combines art and science to explore facial identity and representation. Comprising academics and PhD researchers, it pioneers innovative craniofacial projects in forensic identification and digital heritage, advancing interdisciplinary research and knowledge exchange in heritage, arts, culture, and forensic investigation.
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Face Lab is a research group within the Forensic Research Institute (FORRI) at Liverpool John Moores University. Face Lab
Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries may be made to Prof Caroline Wilkinson at c.m.wilkinson@ljmu.ac.uk
Benefits
In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.
About LJMU Strategy 2030
This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.
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LJMU Values
LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.
Application Deadline
Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.
Researcher Development
LJMU are committed to adhering to the Principles set out in the Researcher Development Concordat; in line with this all fixed-term researchers will be supported to complete 10 days professional development activities per year (pro-rata).
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