Imperial College London
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Job Description
Job Title:
Research Assistant / Research Associate
Level:
Academic and Research, Level A (Research Assistant) or
Level B (Research Associate)
Reporting To:
Dr George A Constantinides
Working Closely
With:
Research Staff and Students, Industrial and Academic
Collaborators
Summary of Post
The aim of this post is conduct research into the future of hardware-efficient
digital numerical computation under finite precision, and in the presence of
stochastic effects, with a particular focus on electronic design automation /
optimizing compilation.
Research Duties
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to develop novel techniques in the synthesis, analysis, and
compilation of numerical algorithms into hardware
to take initiatives in the planning of research and development
to direct the work of small research teams formed by MSc, PhD and
undergraduate students (for appointment at Research Associate
level)
to identify and develop suitable techniques for the collection and
analysis of data
to conduct data analysis
to ensure the validity and reliability of data at all times
to maintain accurate and complete records of all findings
to write reports for submission to research sponsors and partners
to present findings at conferences and to colleagues
to attend project meetings
to submit publications to refereed journals and conferences
to produce and maintain software and hardware, as appropriate to
the research tasks
to provide guidance to staff and students
to attend relevant workshops and conferences as necessary
to develop contacts and research collaborations within the College
and the wider community
to promote the reputation of the Group, the Department and the
College
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to keep careful records of time spent on research tasks, in line with
FP7 reporting duties
Other Duties
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to undertake appropriate administration tasks
to attend relevant meetings
to comply with relevant College policies, including Financial
Regulations, Equal Opportunities Policy, Promoting Race Equality
Policy, Health and Safety Policy, Information Systems Security
Policy and Intellectual Property Rights and Register of Interests
Policies
to undertake any necessary training and/or development
any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post as
directed by line manager / supervisor
to undertake light teaching or marking duties if requested
To comply with relevant College policies, including Financial Regulations,
Equal Opportunities Policy, Promoting Race Equality Policy, Health and
Safety Policy, Information Systems Security Policy and Intellectual
Property Rights and Register of Interests Policies.
Job descriptions cannot be exhaustive and the post-holder may be
required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the
above key responsibilities.
Imperial College London is committed to equality of opportunity and to
eliminating discrimination. All employees are expected to adhere to the
principals set out in its Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy, Promoting
Race Equality Policy and Disability Policy and all other relevant
guidance/practice frameworks.
Person Specification
Qualifications
For Research Assistant: MEng/MSc or equivalent (or near completion) with
first class honours or distinction in Electrical Engineering, Applied
Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related subject.
For Research Associate: PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant area.
Knowledge / Experience
Essential
For Research Associate & Research Assistant: A strong background
(commensurate with level applied for) in one or more of the following areas:
 Probabilistic computing with unreliable circuit elements
 Digital hardware design, preferably of datapath-oriented designs
 Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools for digital hardware
 Optimizing compiler technology
 Numerical analysis, especially roundoff error analysis
 Program analysis or verification, especially for numerical code
 Computer arithmetic
For Research Associate (in addition to the above):
knowledge of research methods
practical experience within a research environment
excellent publication record in relevant and refereed international
journals and conferences
practical experience of presenting research work orally and in
written form
Desirable
Skills in one or more of software engineering, convex optimization, statistics
and nonlinear systems theory are also highly desirable.
Skills and Abilities
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ability to conduct a detailed review of recent literature
ability to develop and apply new concepts
creative approach to problem-solving
excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to deal with a
wide range of people
excellent written communication skills and the ability to write clearly
and succinctly for publication
ability to direct the work of a small research team and motivate
others to produce a high standard of work
ability to organise own work with minimal supervision
ability to prioritise own work in response to deadlines
advanced computing skills
Personal Attributes
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enthusiasm for pursuing all aspects of the project and their
integration
willingness to work as part of a team and to be open-minded and
cooperative
flexible attitude towards work
discipline and regard for confidentiality and security at all times
willingness to undertake any necessary training for the role
willingness to travel both within the United Kingdom and abroad to
conduct research, attend conferences and meetings