"Research Assistant AvatarZOO project using AI and XR"

Job Summary: The AvatarZOO project investigates learning with emerging technologies involving extended reality. The goal is to develop evidence-based knowledge to enhance learning effectiveness using these technologies, guiding instructional designers, teachers, and defining targeted learning outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Provide anatomic and clinical procedures instructions to a colleague working as a model maker.
• Review annotation and anatomic details of the models.
• Serve as the interface between model construction and interaction with veterinary and medical clinicians.
• Connect with larger national projects, such as the Ombion Centre for animal-free biomedical translation.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Master's degree in (Veterinary) Medicine.
• Knowledge in anatomy and clinical procedures.
• Familiarity with computer programs for creating virtual reality models.
• Analytical and communicative skills, with flexibility, commitment, and resilience.
• Ability to translate anatomic and clinical content to computer science experts.
• Development-oriented, able to monitor project progress and identify bottlenecks.
• Excellent command of Dutch and English, both spoken and written.

What the Employer Offers:

• An employment contract for 12 months with the prospect of permanent employment.
• A working week of 24-32 hours.
• Gross monthly salary between €3,708 and €5,057 (salary scale 9 under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities).
• 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus.
• Pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible employment terms.
• Additional schemes for professional development, leave, sports, and cultural activities.