Research Associate in Perceptive Soft Robotics
University of Edinburgh
Scotland,
United Kingdom
Research and Science
Skilled Worker
Job posted on May 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Grade UE07, £40,497 - £48,149 per annum College of Science & Engineering, School of Engineering, Institute for Imaging, Data and Communications Full-time 35 hours per week Fixed-term for up to 24 months
The Opportunity: This Research Associate position will contribute to the SELECT project within the Institute for Imaging, Data and Communications at the University of Edinburgh, which is funded by ERC and in collaboration with colleagues at multiple overseas institutions. This role is UE07 and is available on a fixed-term basis for up to 24 months. A full list of main responsibilities and the knowledge, skills and experience required for the role can be found in the full job description below.
Your skills and attributes for success:
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Please apply including a cover letter and CV Hiring Manager: Dr Yunjie Yang, y.yang@ed.ac.uk
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab ). The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.
Key dates to note The closing date for applications is 30 May 2025
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.
APPLY NOW
The Opportunity: This Research Associate position will contribute to the SELECT project within the Institute for Imaging, Data and Communications at the University of Edinburgh, which is funded by ERC and in collaboration with colleagues at multiple overseas institutions. This role is UE07 and is available on a fixed-term basis for up to 24 months. A full list of main responsibilities and the knowledge, skills and experience required for the role can be found in the full job description below.
Your skills and attributes for success:
- A PhD degree in Electronics/Materials Science/Mechanical Engineering
- Strong track record in robotics especially in soft robotics
- Knowledge and experience in flexible sensor fabrication
- Knowledge in control of soft robotic platforms
- Good teamwork and communication skills
Click here for a copy of the full job description
Please apply including a cover letter and CV Hiring Manager: Dr Yunjie Yang, y.yang@ed.ac.uk
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
- A competitive salary
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab ). The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.
Key dates to note The closing date for applications is 30 May 2025
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.