[visionlist] Research Software Engineer - UC Santa Barbara

[Michael Beyeler]

Dr. Michael Beyeler, PI of the Bionic Vision Lab (http://bionicvisionlab.org)
in the Departments of Computer Science and Psychological & Brain Sciences
at UC Santa Barbara, invites applications from all backgrounds, including
those underrepresented in computer science, for a full-time research
software engineer position. The anticipated start date is July 1st, 2024,
for a one-year term, with compensation aligned with UCSB's salary scales.

The Bionic Vision Lab is an interdisciplinary group interested in exploring
the mysteries of human, animal, and artificial vision. Our passion lies in
unraveling the science behind bionic technologies that may one day restore
useful vision to people living with incurable blindness (
https://youtu.be/m2WXEjewqho).

To support our ongoing research initiatives, we are looking for someone who
“can get things done”; that is, a dynamic individual who is eager to
contribute to open-source software solutions (C#/shaders, Python) and work
with a multidisciplinary team of researchers to rapidly prototype and
iterate on innovative ideas (virtual/augmented reality, computer vision,
robotics) to advance the lab’s research initiatives. This role is an
excellent opportunity for those seeking to enrich their research experience
(e.g., “gap year”), aiming for co-authorship, and enhancing their
publication record in a supportive and flexible environment.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to
the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research,
teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.

Main job responsibilities include:
● Spearhead the development and prototyping of innovative software
solutions to support the Bionic Vision Lab’s diverse research initiatives,
with the potential to contribute to publications.
● Extend, enhance, and package our BionicVisionXR simulator (
https://github.com/bionicvisionlab/BionicVisionXR; Unity, C#, shaders) by
developing new functionalities that contribute to our groundbreaking
research
● Engage in the prototyping of novel assistive technology for people who
are blind, working at the intersection of augmented reality and
sensor-based technology, and crafting software for the analysis of
multimodal data
● Maintain and improve our open-source packages (e.g.,
https://github.com/pulse2percept/pulse2percept), ensuring their
effectiveness and reliability for research purposes

QUALIFICATIONS
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Basic Qualifications:
● The applicant must have a BA/BS or be enrolled in an undergraduate degree
in computer science, engineering, robotics, or a related field is required
at the time of application.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
The undergraduate degree is required by the start date.

● Experience contributing to software development projects (e.g., C/C++/C#,
Python, and/or CUDA/shaders), including participation in team environments
or open-source initiatives
● Familiarity with virtual or augmented reality platforms

Preferred qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
● A demonstrated history of developing immersive virtual/augmented reality
experiences
● A proven track record of contributing to production-level code in
collaborative settings, including industry internships or open-source
projects
● Experience writing software for integrated hardware components
● A keen interest in assistive technologies, neurotechnologies, and/or
sight restoration
● The ability to work independently, efficiently, and comfortably in a
multidisciplinary team environment; exceptional organization and
problem-solving skills; attention to detail; excellent written and verbal
communication; a strong work ethic.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter (Optional)

Statement of Research (Optional)

Reference requirements
3-5 required (contact information only)
Applicants who advance to the "short list" will have their references
contacted by the committee. Applicants are required to provide the names
and contact information for a minimum of 3 references and may submit up to
2 additional optional references.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02741
Help contact: brookedwallace at ucsb.edu

ABOUT UC SANTA BARBARA
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the
University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended
or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health
directives may impose additional requirements.

JOB LOCATION
3201 BioEngineering / Santa Barbara, CA, United States / University of
California Santa Barbara

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Michael Beyeler
(he/him/his)
Assistant Professor
Department of Computer Science
Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences
bionicvisionlab.org
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