Shaun McKiernan

• Write highly specialised software for 3D task-based studies & analysis of movement kinematics for Vicon, Optotrak and other motion capture systems.
• Develop bespoke software for research and undergraduate projects, for in person & online studies.
• Liaise with staff and students for detailed information prior to, and throughout, the development and testing process.
• Test, debug, modify software as necessary & check output data thoroughly for any anomalies.
• Learn new and develop existing programming languages to keep pace with the latest technology and maximise efficiency
• On occasion, design and build bespoke electronic hardware for research and undergraduate projects, liaising with the SPECIALIST RESEARCH BUILD CHIEF TECHNICIAN / IT HARDWARE ENGINEER in CoHS when needed.
• Write instruction manuals for specialist software and bespoke hardware
• Provide training in the use of specialised software & hardware, such as motion capture suites and eye trackers, for staff and students
• Liaises and collaborates with the SPECIALIST RESEARCH BUILD CHIEF TECHNICIAN / IT HARDWARE ENGINEER in CoHS
• Understand and interpret research/teaching equipment needs in order to plan and build lab facilities
• Plan, specify and purchase equipment as needed for research, impact and teaching
• Maintain, calibrate, repair equipment as required
• Supervise use of facilities/equipment and maintain bookings
• Responsible for Health and Safety in associated workshops and laboratories
• Ensure that health and safety considerations are applied when developing software & building electronic hardware
• Provide high level technical support for staff and students
• Provide specialist IT support for staff & postgraduates
• Support laboratory teaching practicals / research activities, collaborating with LAB BASED BASED CHIEF TECHNICIAN if appropriate

Email address: [email protected]

Telephone 01248 388259