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Description

Curiosum is a science center at Umeå University with the goal of inspiring young people to science and technology. The facility serves as an educational meeting place for children, youth, students, teachers, and researchers. It is also a destination for the general public and an environment for research, development, and innovation. Curiosum is located at Arts Campus at Umeå University. Curiosum is part of Wisdome, a national initiative focused on scientific visualization with the aim of generating interest in science and technology through immersive environments. Curiosum's dome theater is a key venue for spectacular performances, including interactive shows and pre-produced film productions, covering various scientific themes.

Curiosum also features experimentation labs for chemistry, technology, etc, interactive exhibition environments, as well as workshops and makerspaces for digital manufacturing using various methods and materials. The operation involves approximately 16 people and is led by a director. The steering group consists of representatives from Umeå University, Umeå Municipality, and the business sector.

We are currently seeking a research engineer to take responsibility for the operation of Curiosum's technical environment, including the dome theater, visualization technology and screens and computers in exhibition environments. The position is a permanent full-time position starting on February 1, 2024, or as agreed upon.

Work tasks

Your work will primarily involve the operation and maintenance of Curiosum's technical environments, such as the dome theater, visualization technology, exhibition environments, etc. Your main task is to oversee the technology and software in and around the dome theater, managing daily operations, installing new technology, and proposing various technical solutions. Technical support and assistance are also part of this role. You are generally responsible for the facility's media and A/V technology, including technical installation and operation of image and sound, media, digital information signs, and immersive digital exhibition environments.

You will be part of a technical group that collectively contributes development proposals to ensure that Curiosum remains at the forefront of technological development as a science center and experiential venue. Through the Wisdome network you collaborate with expertise in dome technology and immersive environments. Together with colleagues at the university's IT department, you will contribute to the operation, installation, maintenance, and development of systems, networks, and hardware in network and server environments according to university requirements, such as data security. You will also participate in specifying requirements in the design of documents for procurement.

Qualifications

To be suitable for this role, you should have:

• A university or master's degree in computer science, media technology, or equivalent technical education.
• Strong programming skills and experience writing scripts and simple programs in, for example, Python, JavaScript, Lua, or Windows PowerShell.
• Good knowledge and practical experience in the operation, installation, and configuration of A/V technology, such as projectors, digital screen walls, mixing boards, A/V over IP, and other audio equipment.
• Good knowledge of administering Windows-based computers, and preferably computer clusters or server installations.

In addition, it is considered advantageous if you have:

• Experience working with immersive visuals and sound, such as game engines, dome technology, VR production.
• Experience in administering Windows-based server solutions with knowledge of WMI, WinRM, Windows PowerShell scripts, and Dell iDRAC solutions. Experience in network technology and network installation.
• A keen interest in learning or already have knowledge of configuring and operating computers with Nvidia graphics cards. You may even have experience with Nvidia NVAPI.
• Experience in data security work and knowledge of encryption and certificate management.
• Experience in data protection and GDPR is also desirable.

Personal Profile

As a person, we believe that you enjoy completing tasks, being operational, and at the same time, being close to conceptual ideas. You work in a solution-oriented manner, driven to constantly improve solutions and work processes, and handle challenges independently and in a team. You are willing to take on a leadership role when needed and are receptive to other opinions and proposed solutions.

In addition, you have solid technical expertise with a keen interest in technology. You are accustomed to installing and managing technical equipment and hardware, and you have an interest in technology, research, and culture, and how these disciplines can be integrated to make knowledge accessible and create playful and exploratory experiences and expressions. Furthermore, you approach tasks with a service-oriented, flexible, structured, precise, and proactive mindset, appreciating taking responsibility and ensuring that your tasks are completed as planned.

You express yourself fluently in Swedish, both verbally and in writing, and preferably in another language. Considerable emphasis will be placed on personal suitability and collaboration skills.

Application

The position is full-time and permanent, with a possible probationary period. The start date is planned for February 1, 2024, or as agreed upon. Your application is to be submitted through the university's recruitment system Varbi and should be received by Umeå University no later than December 15, 2023. In this recruitment, you will apply only with your CV. In the application form, you will be asked to answer questions about why you are applying for the advertised position and provide information about your competence and experience related to the advertised position.