Research Associate/Fellow (fixed term)

A fixed term post has become available to conduct research into advanced laser induced phased arrays. This will require working with class IV laser systems and their associated laser safety systems, MECA500 robotics, Aconity SLM systems, and the processing of FMC laser ultrasound data as well as the design and build of complex optical systems. The role will include electronic hardware design and low level driver programming in a C/C++ Linux environment as well as advanced signal processing conducted using matlab/octave.

Candidates must have a PhD, or be near to completion, in Physics or Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or other relevant engineering or science subject, and experience in Optics system design and construction is essential.

The post is offered on a full time (35.25 hours per week), fixed term contract until 31 October 2025. Job share arrangements may be considered.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to [email protected], tel: 44 115 95 15536 or email [email protected].
Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 21 Nov 2024
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)