PDRA or Research Assistant in Circular Robotic Manufacturing

TN United Kingdom; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a prestigious university for a Graduate Research Assistant or Post-Doctoral Research Associate. This role focuses on pioneering research in Circular Economy and Robotics, aimed at enhancing sustainability in manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will engage in innovative projects, collaborating with academic and industrial partners to develop cutting-edge AI solutions for waste management and robotic applications. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this role promises to be both rewarding and impactful in shaping the future of engineering practices.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance up to 44 days

Competitive pension schemes

Childcare support initiatives

BUPA Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

On-campus parking with charging points

Range of sports facilities and membership packages

Qualifications

• Strong interest in Circular Economy and Robotics.
• Ability to travel for project partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Develop AI-based vision recognition for waste segregation.
• Lead tasks for disassembly and refurbishment of industrial robots.

Skills

Circular Economy

Robotics

AI and vision systems

Sustainability

Remanufacturing

Recycling

Education

BSc in Mechanical Engineering

MSc in Manufacturing Engineering

PhD in Robotic Control Engineering

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PDRA or Research Assistant in Circular Robotic Manufacturing, Loughborough

Client: Loughborough University

Location: Loughborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: be6b650c822c

Job Views: 9

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

Full time, fixed term for 12 months

This role will be recruited to either a Post Doctoral Research Associate or Research Assistant depending on the pool of applicants we receive.

Job description

Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

Full time, fixed term for 12 months

This role will be recruited to either a Post Doctoral Research Associate or Research Assistant depending on the pool of applicants we receive.

It is essential that the post holder has the ability and willingness to travel to national and international partners and undertake visits lasting 1-3 weeks to project partners. This role is not suitable for remote working.

We are looking for a Graduate Research Assistant or Post-Doctoral Research Associate with strong interest in Circular Economy, Robotics, AI and vision systems, sustainability, remanufacturing, and recycling to work on an exciting project which aims to develop a whole system circular approach to the design, use, and end-of-life management of industrial robots. The postholder will be based at the Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering, Loughborough University campus, and will lead work on developing AI-based vision recognition for waste segregation and a robotic cell to perform tasks for disassembly, refurbishment, and remanufacturing of industrial robots. Candidates should have a BSc, MSc, or PhD degree or equivalent in mechanical, manufacturing, electronic, robotic control engineering, or a relevant discipline. The successful applicant will collaborate closely with the project’s research team, including academic and industrial partners, to develop new learning and disseminate findings.

For more information about the Research Assistant (grade 5), please see the relevant link.

For more information about the Post Doctoral Research Associate (grade 6), please see the relevant link.

Informal enquiries may be made to Professor Shahin Rahimifard.

Closing date for applications: 28 April 2025

Our Benefits

• Generous annual leave allowance up to 44 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days)
• Competitive pension schemes
• A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits including childcare vouchers, on-site university nursery (with salary sacrifice scheme), and holiday play schemes.
• We offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies.
• BUPA Cash Plan (100 scheme)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Season ticker loan scheme
• On-campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles
• Range of sports facilities and membership packages

Loughborough University is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.