**** Job Vacancy : R & D in System-level design tools

[Paul Boca <ppb@sharp.co.uk>]

Dear Caml users,

the following job advert is likely to be of interest,
as one of the skills we are looking for is functional
programming.  The language we use at Sharp is Objective
Caml.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Regards

Paul Boca

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Computer Science -- R&D in System-Level Design Tools
OXFORD (UK) 
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Sharp is a world leader in consumer and business products. Sharp
Laboratories of Europe in the Oxford Science Park is part of Sharp
Corporation's global commitment to research and development.

We are seeking a highly motivated and imaginative R&D computer
scientist to join a successful team developing an innovative
system-level compilation environment for consumer electronics.
The position is available immediately.

Your responsibilities will include working with the team in the
exploration and development of algorithms and tools for system-level
design.

Ideally you will have an excellent degree in Computer Science
or other relevant field; further postgraduate 
research or industrial experience would be an advantage.

You should have good design and implementation skills (especially
in functional programming) and a strong interest in one or more of the
following areas:

* compiler technology
* design automation 
* parallel processing
* system-level design / high-level synthesis

Preference will be given to candidates who

* adapt easily to new technologies
* communicate effectively
* work well in a team

Training is available as necessary.  

To apply, please send your CV with the names of 2 referees to Mrs
Victoria Notley at the address below, quoting reference sle-07.
The closing date for applications is 4th August 2000.

Sharp Laboratories of Europe Ltd, Edmund Halley Road, 
Oxford Science Park, Oxford OX4 4GB, United Kingdom 
Email: Vee.Notley@sharp.co.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 1865 747711 
Fax: +44 (0) 1865 747717