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Job Summary

Senior Visiting XR (Extended Reality) Developer will be responsible for leading the design and development of cutting-edge extended reality (XR) immersive educational experiences that leverage virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) technologies. Working closely with educators, medical professionals, and other developers to design and develop XR applications that enhance medical education, training, and research. Provide mentorship, and guidance and facilitate growth for the XR and simulation staff, student volunteers, faculty, and community members. This position requires the development and submission of high-quality research for publication in journals as well as actively engaging in preparing and delivering presentations at conferences.

Duties & Responsibilities

Development and Design

Architect, Lead, and Design, XR applications, simulations, and experiences that cater to the unique needs of medical education, training, and research.

Plan and implement porting strategies to expand offerings to new platforms and hardware.

Collaborate with medical educators, researchers, and subject matter experts to understand their requirements and translate them into effective XR solutions.

Create user-centered XR experiences, considering usability, accessibility, and interaction design principles to ensure that the applications are intuitive and impactful.

Write clean and efficient code for XR applications, leveraging platforms such as Unity3D, Unreal Engine, or other relevant tools.

Develop interactive features, animations, and simulations.

Integrate medical data, 3D models, and other assets into XR applications to create realistic and accurate representations of medical concepts, procedures, and scenarios.

Conduct rigorous testing and debugging of XR applications to ensure they function as intended across different devices and platforms. Address performance issues and optimize applications for a smooth user experience.

Research and Publications

Identifying credible sources for grant submissions.

Contribute to the advancement of the field by presenting or submitting research topics at conferences and in reputable journals.

Collaborate with stakeholders to review supporting documents based on research topics or funding requirements.

Leadership and Collaboration

Manage multiple XR development projects simultaneously, from initial concept to final deployment. Coordinate with team members, manage timelines, and ensure project goals are met.

Create comprehensive documentation for XR applications, including user guides and technical specifications, to facilitate efficient use and troubleshooting.

Identify and assess the necessary equipment for the XR program, ensuring optimal functionality and resource efficiency. Work with the simulation program manager for budgetary alignment and request.

Mentorship and Training

Support, guide, and mentor junior XR developers and train them for the creation of user-friendly XR-based simulators.

Stay updated on the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in the XR field. Explore new hardware, software, and techniques that could enhance medical education and training experience.

Provide training and technical support to educators, students, and staff members who use XR applications. Address technical inquiries and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

Adhere to ethical guidelines and ensure patien privacy and confidentiality are maintained when working with medical data and scenarios.

Other

Perform other duties as assigned.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships; work cooperatively and collegially with others in a manner consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect; support and engage in equal employment opportunity principles, rules, and regulations.

Foster a culture of diversity and inclusion within the Carle Illinois College of Medicine.

Champion positive inter-professional relationship bridging the college\'s private/public organization and missions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor\'s degree in computer science, game development, interactive media, or a related field.

Experience with 3D modeling and asset creation for XR applications.

A portfolio showcasing previous XR development projects is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

Master\'s degree or higher in computer science, game