Research Fellow – Digital Heritage | ARU UK

Research Fellow in Heritage and Creative Technologies at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), Cambridge, UK

About Position/Job

An exciting opportunity is open at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) for a Research Fellow in Heritage and Creative Technologies. Housed in the vibrant StoryLab Research Institute, this position aligns with ARU’s mission of advancing interdisciplinary research to drive social impact, particularly in cultural sustainability and immersive storytelling. The role contributes to a prestigious €3 million Horizon Europe-funded project, making it ideal for scholars passionate about digital heritage, 3D visualisation, and immersive design.

Position/Job Details

Position: Research Fellow in Heritage and Creative Technologies
Institution: Anglia Ruskin University (ARU)
Department: Faculty of Arts, Humanities, Education & Social Sciences
Research Field: Digital Heritage, Creative Technologies
Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
Number of Post: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term (3 Years)
Start Date (Anticipated): Autumn 2025
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (as per UK HE norms)
Salary Range: £38,249–£44,128 per annum
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Immersive Storytelling (XR/VR/AR/MR)
Digital Heritage
3D Visualisation
Cultural Participation
Endangered Languages
Agile and Speculative Design
Co-creation and Community Engagement

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

A PhD in Digital Heritage, Media Arts, Creative Technologies, or related field
Experience with immersive tools such as VR/AR/360 film or 3D data
Strong research and publication record
Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with EU-funded projects
Demonstrated success in proposal writing
Familiarity with StoryLab’s core research approaches
Mentorship experience with postgraduate students

Key Responsibilities

Conduct research under a Horizon Europe-funded project focused on heritage and language revitalisation
Develop and support new interdisciplinary research aligned with StoryLab
Collaborate with internal and external partners on digital storytelling and heritage innovation
Contribute to writing publications and grant proposals
Organise events, workshops, and public engagement activities
Support the PhD and research community at StoryLab