We are seeking a research associate to work on a number of problems associated
with the representation and capture of evolving data. The ideal person will
have both theoretical and practical knowledge of databases and of data on the
Web. The primary development work will be the development of a citation system
for curated databases. In addition, the position involves related and
fundamental research into provenance and preservation for both databases and
linked data. The Database Group at the University of Edinburgh leads research
into provenance and related topics such as archiving, annotation and citation
of evolving data. While there has been substantial progress on these topics
for traditional databases (relational and hierarchical), dealing with linked
open data presents new research challenges. The ideal candidate will have a
strong background in both theory and implementation, and will have some
knowledge of database and Web technology. The post is being funded as part of
the EU DIACHRON project and is available from 1 September 2013 for 24 months
with a possible extension. It is on the UE07 scale (£30,424 - £36,298) Vacancy
Ref: 015193 Closing Date: 19 July 2013 at 5pm GMT



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