Position Description

Development of software tools and services of the Cultural Heritage Cloud (ECCCH) in the context of the ECHOES project.

We are currently seeking an experienced, highly qualified and motivated individual to join our team and to share activities and responsibilities in the design, development and implementation of tools and services of the ECCCH platform in the context of the ECHOES project, GA 101157364, HORIZON-CL2-2023-HERITAGE-ECCCH-01-01. The position involves responsibility for managing scientific data in robust and scalable information systems that integrate data from multiple sources, including text, image and spectral data. The ability to work with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective information system solutions is required. Software skills are required to develop processing tools and user interfaces for the processing, analysis, visualisation and interpretation of cultural heritage imaging and spectroscopic data. Familiarity with data workflow management and automation tools is required to optimise data workflows. Data modelling with semantic representation will also be required. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technologies and open-source software tools and information systems, data management based on FAIR principles, data security and privacy, and license management.

Related Project

ECHOES - ECHOES - European Cloud for Heritage OpEn Science, [5]

Required Qualifications

• Master or higher in Physics, Maths, Computer Science or Engineering, with a focus on software engineering for imaging, spectroscopies, and sensing. 
• Proven skills in Software development for data processing and data/metadata management. Proven skills in programming languages Python, Javascript, Java, SQL, C++. 
• Experience with heritage science data processing and management. Knowledge of data modelling techniques and semantic representation frameworks 
• Proven previous experience in the design and development of user interfaces 
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English 

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience with team collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, data analysts, and stakeholders, to understand requirements, gather feedback, and implement system enhancements.
• Skills to deliver tutorials and documentation: Provide tutorials and documentation to users on system functionalities, data workflows, and best practices to ensure effective utilization of information systems.
• Previous work in RTD projects. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates who meet the aforementioned requirements are kindly asked to submit their applications, no later than February 15, 2025, 23:59 local Greece time to the address (hr@iesl.forth.gr [6]), with cc to the Scientific Responsible, Prof. S. Sotiropoulou (sophiaso@iesl.forth.gr [7]).

 

In order to be considered, the application must include:

• Application Form (Form Greek or Form English [8] to the left)
• Detailed curriculum vitae (CV) of the candidate
• Scanned Copies of academic titles

Appointment Duration

12