Research Associate SPRITE XRCET TIPSS

Research Associate SPRITE +, XRCET TIPSS

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SPRITE+ Deep Dive:
Extended Reality Convergence with other Emerging Technologies and the implications for Trust, Identity, Privacy, Safety, and Security (XRCET-TIPSS)

We are recruiting a Research Associate/Fellow to work on this one-year deep dive project on the future evolution of Extended Reality (XR) technologies and what this means for TIPSS risks and risk mitigation, focusing on how the convergence of XR with other emerging technologies (e.g., AI, neurotech) will transform and disrupt TIPSS in the next 5‑15 years.

SPRITE+ is a UKRI-funded Network Plus led by the University of Manchester. It is a vehicle for collaboration, supporting engagement between people involved in research, practice, and policy relevant to Trust, Identity, Privacy and Security (TIPSS). Since its launch in late 2019, we have built an active community of over 1,000 members from academia, industry, government and third sector stakeholders, and recruited numerous project partners from industry, government, law enforcement and the third sector.

We have delivered over forty activities so far, including funded calls, community‑building meetings, workshops and conferences, showcase events and a programme of activities for early‑career researchers.

As the XRCET‑TIPSS research associate you will hone your skills in literature review and synthesis, impact generation, and communication with non‑academic audiences. You will work closely with the XR TIPSS Community of Interest Steering Group, the project team, and with RAs/RFs on the other three Deep Dive topics.

We welcome applications from scholars familiar with TIPSS issues associated with XR and/or other emerging technologies, from any disciplinary background, and with the ability to work across disciplines to build a holistic understanding of XRCET‑TIPSS issues. You will be supported by a multidisciplinary and cross‑sector project team and steering group.

• Fantastic market‑leading pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here.

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

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