As research associate you will work on an EU-funded project to develop a system that will simplify documents for people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) with the help of language technology (LT). You will focus on implementation of various components, as well as evaluation of the system. You should have a degree in computer science and a PhD in computational linguistics or equivalent experience. Experience in Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques and programming is required, as well as experience with Machine Learning techniques for language processing. Publications in good journals, experience with grant applications and working with the industry, native or near native proficiency in English are a plus. A solid background in development of software for NLP is required.

Required skills: * PhD or equivalent research experience/output in Computational Linguistics/Natural Language Processing * Experience with machine learning for NLP * Familiarity with multilingual text processing * Experience with at least one of the following programming languages C, C#, Perl, Python or Java * Experience with processing of large data collections * Experience with using existing NLP frameworks/libraries

Desirable skills: * With participation in international projects * Experience in developing assistive language technology and in software personalisation * Experience in NLP areas such as document summarisation, coreference resolution, lexical substitution, word sense disambiguation * Good journal publications * Ability to prepare and deliver documents for EU projects

Applications should include a completed application form and CV which should be sent to Personnel. The interviews are scheduled to take place early February 2012, and the starting date as soon as possible after the interviews, but no later than 1st March 2012.

For informal inquiries, please contact Alison Carminke (alison.carminke@wlv.ac.uk)

To ensure all appropriate paperwork and systems are in place to meet organisational and project audit requirements. To supervise monitoring procedures for identified externally funded projects, the aggregation of information and preparation of reports.

Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification in Business or Administration Management you will have a track record as a highly effective Project Officer with advanced IT skills in MS Office including word-processing, spreadsheets and databases. You should have knowledge of European project monitoring procedures and an ability to recognise trends in data and identify and flag inconsistencies and errors as managing budgets and financial reporting will be necessary. You will have effective report writing skills including statistical analysis and experience of monitoring project outcomes. Experience of project management would be advantageous. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be highly motivated, able to undertake a diverse range of duties working independently to meet deadlines.

You should have a strong music background as well as considerable expertise in studio recording, MIDI sequencing, digital/analogue audio production and live sound reinforcement. The ability to teach any aspect of Music or Popular Music would be an advantage.

You should also be thoroughly conversant with current trends and approaches in this rapidly developing subject area as well as teaching experience in Higher Education. With good interpersonal skills, you will be committed to a student-centred approach and be flexible in your approach to the subject. 

For informal discussions regarding the post contact Kevin Stannard (telephone 01902 323291) or email K.P.Stannard@wlv.ac.uk).

The School of Sport, Performing Arts and Leisure is a vibrant, dynamic School that has continued to grow since it was formed nearly a decade ago and following the opening of the new £18 million Performance Hub, an exciting new post has arisen to support the School in enabling the facility to maximise its potential.

We are now looking for a highly driven individual to take on the role of Performance Hub Promoter. You should have experience of working within either conferencing or event and venue management, have a background in customer care/service and have a flexible approach to working hours and be prepared to travel.

You will be able to demonstrate the necessary commercial and marketing skills and abilities to promote the facilities within the Performance Hub and support the implementation of new systems and processes to enable the facility to be business ready. You will be required to hold or obtain the Designated Premises Supervisor (licensee) as part of your role.

You will be a key member of the School’s developing sales team, a self-starter and will work closely with the Associate Dean in Research and Income Generation. For informal enquiries please contact Karen Bill, Associate Dean on 01902 323211 or by email at Karen.Bill@wlv.ac.uk

Do you want to work for an innovative and forward thinking organisation? Do you want a springboard to accelerate your career? Do you want an opportunity to lead and manage a strategic project with defined goals? Do you want the support of academic experts, along with a personal development budget?

If so, please forward your CV and supporting statement, quoting reference SS/Concept/2012 to Sue Swansborough Email:s.swansborough@wlv.ac.uk This is a two year funded post for a Software Developer, to develop the company’s bespoke Intellisense system. There is also a possibility of a permanent post on successful completion so this is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

This Knowledge Transfer Partnership is between Concept Elevators (Midlands) Ltd, based in Norton Canes and the University of Wolverhampton. Concept Elevators (Midlands) Ltd is an independent lift maintenance company offering full service and maintenance support to building owners and management agencies in the public and private sectors and they are looking to expand nationally. KTP is one of Europe’s leading graduate recruitment programmes so this is an exciting opportunity for the right graduate.

The successful candidate should have a 1st or 2:1 degree in Software Development (or related subject), along with experience of .NET, Previous experience of developing and project managing large-scale networked systems

You must be able to demonstrate excellent IT, communication, presentation, and project management skills with self motivation, enthusiasm and good personal presentation. Punctuality and the ability to work as part of a team along with being able to see tasks through to conclusion, whilst working effectively under time pressures and with a flexible working approach are all essential qualities. Some Artificial Intelligence knowledge, analytical and research skills are desirable also some knowledge of the industry is beneficial, along with an understanding of mobile device development plus an understanding of the ethos and constraints found within small businesses.

The successful candidate will be required to be ready to undertake travel necessary to develop and manage the partnership element of the project within the UK and abroad.

Further details can be found on www.ktponline.org.uk Please note that if you have not been contacted within 4 weeks of the closing date please assume that on this occasion you have been unsuccessful.

You should have a good first degree or equivalent, a Masters degree in a relevant subject and experience of teaching in the HE/FE sector. You should be able to show research development in the area of HR and Leadership and to have experience of teaching students on a wide range of awards from undergraduate to masters and professional. The School has well established links with professional bodies, therefore membership and experience of working with CIPD, in particular, and CIMA, CIM, CMI or ILM would be advantageous.

As the Head of the Academic Standards and Quality Unit, you will manage a team of 11 staff providing the quality functions for all Schools of the University. You will be in regular working contact with Associate Deans in Schools and staff in the Institute for Learning Enhancement providing advice and working on policy development and any issues raised across the University.

The successful person will have a strong track record of working within a quality framework and working with PSRB’s and the QAA. You will have experience of providing advice and guidance to senior staff on quality and regulatory matters, working within academic governance structures and delivering a high quality service.

You will lead the continued development of our online quality systems and information management, and concentrate in the first year on the KIS development, implementing Continuous Course Review and improving External Examiner processes. Experience of managing staff and competing priorities will obviously be essential to your success in this challenging role.

Interview date: 9th March 2012

The University is at the cutting edge of learning, teaching and research. With excellent graduate employment rates it prides itself on providing successful and innovative course programmes within an applied research culture; along with being considered as one of the most socially inclusive Universities in the UK.

The School offers excellent business focused links including opportunities for involvement in the recently announced Jaguar/Landrover Engine Plant in Wolverhampton. The School also offers cutting edge facilities and a diverse range of teaching methods supported by a bespoke online learning framework.

With the retirement of the current Dean in the summer, we are now looking to recruit an outstanding visionary and academic leader to take the School forward. The successful applicant will have a proven record of strategic, academic and managerial leadership within the HE Sector, who can demonstrate they are self motivated and innovative in order to ensure the delivery of the Strategic Vision for the School and the University.

A professorship may be available for the successful candidate who fulfils the University’s criteria for professorial designation download details.

For informal enquiries about this post, please contact Professor Geoff Layer, Vice Chancellor, telephone 01902 322102 or email Geoff.Layer@wlv.ac.uk

Interviews for this post have been scheduled to take place on Tuesday 6 March 2012.

Based at our Wolverhampton Campus, you will work as part of an enthusiastic team supporting the administration of the School’s recruitment and admissions services. You will provide comprehensive support for the operation of admissions processes within the School, liaising closely with central admissions departments. You will also engage with the organisation of recruitment events as well as being a contact for the School’s admissions queries.

With GCSE English and Maths, you will have demonstrable customer service and administration experience and a proven ability to use all Microsoft software packages including Word and Excel. You will have an excellent telephone manner, good communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy, whilst working under pressure. You will have client/customer services experience and be confident in decision making against a clearly defined set of criteria.