Research Associate in Perceptive Soft Robotics

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. Please note the planned start date for this role and project is 1st March 2025. 

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 skill

As a valued member of our team you can expect: 

An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. We give you support, nurture your talent and reward success. You will benefit from a competitive reward package and a wide range of staff benefits, which includes a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family friendly initiatives, flexible working and much more.

UE07: £40,247 - £47,874 Per Annum.

School of Engineering, College of Science & Engineering. Institute for Imaging, Data and Communications 

Full-time: 35 hours per week.

Planned start date of 1st March 2025, fixed-term for up to 24 months.