The Acoustic and Cognitive Spaces team at IRCAM is currently recruiting for a post-doctoral researcher in 3D audio and audio signal processing on an 15-months fixed-term contract.
The selected candidate should ideally start as soon as possible but no later than November 1st, 2023.
INTRODUCTION TO IRCAM :
IRCAM, a non-profit association located at 1, Place Igor Stravinsky, 75004 Paris, is affiliated with the Georges Pompidou National Centre for Art and Culture. Its core objectives encompass research, creation, and educational endeavors focused on 21st-century music and its intersection with science and technology.
As part of the CONTINUUM project, funded by the France 2030 Programme, IRCAM is currently looking for a post-doctoral researcher to join on an 15-month fixed-term contract.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION :
The CONTINUUM project endeavours to develop novel concepts for producing and disseminating audio-augmented live performances, establishing a continuous experience bridging real and virtual soundscapes, connecting artists and audiences, and merging technological innovation with cultural production. With the aim of achieving a new standard of sound immersion, this cutting-edge project focuses on creating a comprehensive production framework that spans from audio recording to playback, enabling the creation and delivery of immersive audio / video content across diverse user platforms and playback configurations (performance venues, public spaces, home entertainment, etc.). The innovative production framework will be implemented in a selection of pioneering artistic and musical projects, contributing to their wider accessibility.
The CONTINUUM project, led by IRCAM, is a collaboration between AMADEUS and OWL Perception (VRtuoz), combining their expertise in acoustics, audio signal processing, immersive audio, binaural audio technologies, and virtual / augmented reality.
The available position is part of the Acoustic and Cognitive Spaces team (EAC) within the STMS Lab of UMR IRCAM, CNRS, Sorbonne University, and the Ministry of Culture. The EAC team at IRCAM specializes in the analysis / synthesis and perception of immersive audio.
JOB DESCRIPTION :
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS :
SALARY : According to background and experience.
In addition, you will also benefit from :
APPLICATION DEADLINE : July 30th, 2023
To apply, please submit a cover letter referencing CONTINUUM / PD-REV, a comprehensive CV outlining your level of experience / expertise in the aforementioned areas (along with any other relevant information), and letters of recommendation to [email protected]