Postdoctoral Research Associate (northeastern)
Job posting number: #58470 (Ref:R120237)
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Job Description
About the Opportunity
The Critical Futures Lab led by Professor Laura Forlano is looking to hire a Postdoctoral Research Associate to help support the interdisciplinary research activities of this lab. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work on projects associated with the Critical Futures Lab related to data physicalization through weaving, textiles and computational fashion; qualitative and ethnographic research about local manufacturing; AI, wearable technology and embodiment; participatory and speculative futures around emerging technologies. The position is for 2 years.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Candidates must have been awarded a PhD in Media, Design, Science and Technology Studies (STS), Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) or a closely related field by the appointment start date.
- A successful candidate will have an interdisciplinary background and an interest in textiles, weaving, wearable technology, and computational fashion.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
- The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work on projects related to data physicalization through weaving, textiles and computational fashion;
- qualitative and ethnographic research about local manufacturing;
- AI, wearable technology and embodiment; participatory and speculative futures around emerging technologies as part of the Critical Futures Lab. View Orignal JOB on: postdocjobs.one
- This position involves developing research projects involves grant writing, writing academic papers, lab management, and supervision of graduate and undergraduate students.
Position Type
ResearchAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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