Sorrel Harriet
About Sorrel Harriet
Sorrel Harriet is a Continuous Learning Lead at Armakuni and a Visiting Lecturer at Leeds Trinity University. With a background in Music Technology and Acoustics, she has held various academic and professional roles, focusing on learning culture, research software engineering, and diversity in the technology sector.
Work at Armakuni
Sorrel Harriet serves as the Continuous Learning Lead at Armakuni since 2021. In this role, she focuses on fostering a culture of continuous learning within the organization. Her responsibilities include developing and implementing strategies that enhance learning opportunities for employees, ensuring that the workforce remains adaptable and skilled in a rapidly changing technological landscape.
Education and Expertise
Sorrel Harriet holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Music Technology/Acoustics/Audio Engineering from the University of York, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Sound Design Technology from the University of Hertfordshire between 2003 and 2006. Additionally, she has a PGCE in Secondary Education from the University of Greenwich, obtained from 2014 to 2015. Her educational background supports her expertise in learning culture, research software engineering, and digital careers education.
Background
Sorrel Harriet has a diverse professional background in academia and technology. She has worked as a Visiting Lecturer at Leeds Trinity University since 2021 and previously held positions as a Senior Lecturer and Lecturer at Leeds Trinity University and Goldsmiths, University of London, respectively. Her earlier roles include being a PhD student and researcher at the University of York, as well as various web design and development positions. This extensive experience informs her approach to education and technology.
Achievements
Sorrel Harriet has contributed to the field of education and technology through her role as a Fellow of the Software Sustainability Institute since 2019. Her research interests include evaluating learning culture and best practices in research software engineering. She has also engaged in various teaching roles across multiple universities, enhancing the educational experiences of her students. Her commitment to lifelong learning and diversity in technology is evident in her professional endeavors.
Research Interests
Sorrel Harriet's research interests encompass evaluating and building learning culture, research software engineering best practices, digital careers education, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the technology industry. She actively engages in discussions around these topics, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and practices in these areas.