Surrey Academy for Blockchain & Metaverse Applications

Location: Guildford

Salary: £40,745 per annum

Fixed Term

Post Type: Full Time

Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Monday 31 July 2023

Reference: 033823

A great opportunity for a full-time Research Fellow to join the Surrey Academy for Blockchain and Metaverse Applications within Surrey Business School.

The objective and scope of work for the Academy is to encourage international investors and a network of influential industrial leaders to support innovation and commercialisation of Blockchain and Metaverse related research and projects at the University.

We value, empower and support every member of staff to get the best out of your unique talents, so you’ll be rewarded with a generous salary, 37 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays, pension contribution of 21%, and a unique and vibrant working environment.

Role & Responsibilities

Surrey Business School is growing, both in terms of size and the quality and impact of our work, with around 100 academic staff members and a highly cohesive and collegial atmosphere. We’re accredited by AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and AMBA (Association of MBAs).

You’ll work closely with the Director on Metaverse and AI subjects to strengthen the academy’s research on blockchain, metaverse and AI, giving yourself the opportunity to further your own progression while also:

• Conducting sustainable independent research to an internationally excellent standard
• Supporting training and education programmes for blockchain studies, interacting and supporting students and staff who are interested in blockchain, metaverse and AI activities
• Stimulating and facilitating research in Surrey Business School through collaboration and supervision of research students in blockchain relevant research
• Working with companies in this sector, developing an academic-industry eco-system
• Contributing to the strategic development of the Academy, and wider culture of the School through engagement with research strategy, programme development and business school projects and initiatives

We’re looking for someone seeking progression within these academic fields, who’s a highly motivated researcher with familiarity with literatures on Web 3.0, AIGC, Blockchain Operation, economics of digitisation, digital economy and knowledge of blockchain or AI theory & technologies.

You’ll need to be able to work well and communicate with academics and industry executives alike, ideally possessing a PhD or Masters in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Business Economics or Finance. Coding experience is a plus.

What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.

Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment.

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:

• 21% employer Pension Contribution
• Up to 45 DAYS Holiday: 30 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays
• Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare
• Student discount eligibility
• On site world-class leisure facilities at discounted rates
• On-site parking, cafes and Restaurants

The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.