MyWorld Creative Technologist

Bath Spa Univeristy

https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/

As a Creative Technologist for the MyWorld project at Bath Spa University, you will provide hands-on technical support with immersive technologies like VR, AR, spatial audio, and 360 video empowering colleagues, residents, and community members to explore cutting-edge equipment. This role combines technical problem-solving with knowledge sharing, perfect for someone who enjoys learning new technologies and teaching others how to use them effectively.

This is a part-time 0.4 fixed term contract until March 2026

About the Role

Within the role, you will help support a range of creative and research projects, providing hands-on assistance with technical equipment, workshops, demos, and open learning sessions. Working collaboratively with MyWorld partners, Bath Spa University colleagues, Studio residents, and students, you will help manage and maintain specialist equipment, oversee booking systems, and ensure accurate inventory records. You’ll play a key role in ordering processes, health & safety compliance, risk assessments, and the overall smooth running of our facilities. Training and development opportunities will be provided as part of the role.

About You

Experience using industry standard game engines e.g. Unity or Unreal
Up to date knowledge of professional immersive technologies equipment and techniques in the specialist area (e.g. VR, AR, spatial audio etc)
Experience of working with immersive technologies
Excellent troubleshooting problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A current knowledge of web technologies relating to immersive technologies, e.g. A-Frame or ARCore.
A demonstrated ability to support researchers to integrate third-party APIs into immersive or interactive experiences
Skills in immersive audio software e.g. Reaper
Experience using Motion Capture in projects e.g. Optitrack MoCap system or Perception Neuron MoCap.
Excellent immersive technologies industry contacts and active in professional networks and groups in the South West region and nationally

For further information on the essential and desirable skills we’re looking for, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Additional Information

Salary Grade 6 – Part-time 0.4, Fixed Term Contract until March 2026
Starting from (£13,392 rising to £14,865 per annum) (£33,482 -£37,174 pro rata)

The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range, unless there are exceptional circumstances.

Special Conditions
Please note that some evening and weekend working may be required for this role. The arrangement of working hours will be agreed in advance with the line manager.

Staff Benefits

We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including

Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher’s Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
Enhanced paid leave – 41 – 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) – more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app

For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University is where creative minds meet. Offering a wide range of courses across the arts, sciences, education, social science and business to over 7,500 students, the University employs outstanding creative professionals which support its aim to be a leading educational institution in creativity, culture and enterprise.

Based in stunning countryside just a few minutes from a World Heritage City, Bath Spa University was voted Sunday Times University of the Year for Social Inclusion 2024, and an impressive 84% of our staff said they would recommend the University to a friend as a good place to work.

We are a community of colleagues, striving for excellence to ensure students thrive. Our values are:

Respect
Inclusivity
Collaboration
Sustainability

We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community. We foster inclusivity, celebrating and respecting differences. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and genders. We consider our recruitment practices to be comprehensive and unbiased; ensuring fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity for all.