IT Technician Specialising in Virtual Reality Oxford, England
University of Oxford
Full Time
Oxford, England
31502 - 37386 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work with a world-leading research team in the usage of virtual reality for mental health therapies and use state-of-the art virtual reality equipment. The postholder’s main role will be to ensure that our virtual reality equipment is in working order and support the research team in the current and upcoming research studies and clinical trials.
The position is fixed term for 2 years and is part-time working between 7.5 hours and 15 hours per week. To be agreed with the successful candidate.
Currently located in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, we will be moving to the new, purpose-built Life and Mind Building a multidisciplinary research and teaching facility due to open in 2024.
The successful candidate will be flexible, motivated and have demonstrable experience of working with virtual reality hardware and software. They will be passionate about new hardware releases and keen to try them out. Excellent communication skills and a professional approach will enable them to support a multidisciplinary team from different disciplines.
What We Offer
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
- An excellent contributory pension scheme
- 38 days annual leave
- A comprehensive range of childcare services
- Family leave schemes
- Cycle loan scheme
- Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
- Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
- This role also offers the opportunity for hybrid working
Application process
Only applications received by 12 midday on Friday 9 June 2023 will be considered.
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application.
To apply for this role and for further details, including the job description and selection criteria, please see the link below.
