PhD Ultrasound Consultant

Awerian Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Cambridge seeks an exceptional ultrasound expert to drive the future of surgical device innovation. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment and possesses deep expertise in ultrasound, gained through advanced education or industrial experience. Responsibilities include leading ultrasound technology projects, client engagement, and contributing to the surgical technology community. This role offers an opportunity to impact clinical outcomes and workflow while enjoying various company perks including annual bonuses and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Annual profit-related bonus

Private medical insurance

Free lunch and refreshments

Life insurance

25 days annual holiday

Enhanced parental leave

Electric car leasing scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Interest-free season ticket loan

Various social activities

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in ultrasound technology.
• Experience in transducer design and fabrication.
• Knowledge of regulatory considerations in medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects using ultrasound technology for surgical innovations.
• Engage with clients to deliver impactful outcomes.
• Grow presence in the surgical technology community.

Skills

Ultrasound expertise

Transducer design and fabrication

Ultrasound signal processing

High speed electronics for ultrasound

Regulatory compliance understanding

Metrology knowledge

Education

PhD or Postdoc in relevant field

Job description

TTP is an employee-owned technology and product development consultancy, with a 40-year track record of helping ambitious clients solve complex challenges and bring innovative, commercially successful solutions to market.

We invent, design, and manufacture impactful products and technologies across a wide range of industries – including healthcare, life science, energy, and communications – and at the intersection of biology, physical science and engineering.

Our working culture encourages entrepreneurship, shared ideas and technical collaboration, while providing you with the freedom to do your best work.

Job Description

We’re looking for an exceptional ultrasound expert to help us shape the future of surgical device innovation. At TTP, you’ll work on breakthrough technologies that improve clinical outcomes and surgical workflows – from robotic-assisted surgery systems to intelligent instruments with embedded sensors.

In this role, you’ll:

• Lead and contribute to technically ambitious, commercially valuable projects
• Apply ultrasound technology across the innovation lifecycle – from early feasibility and concept development to product launch
• Engage directly with clients to shape strategy, build lasting partnerships, and deliver high-impact outcomes
• Grow your presence in the surgical technology community and contribute to shaping industry direction.

Every project offers a chance to explore new scientific domains, develop project leadership and client relationship skills, and make a tangible impact on patients and clinicians alike.

About You

You thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment and you’re excited about leading multidisciplinary teams and growing client relationships.

You have deep expertise in ultrasound, gained through a PhD/post doc or industrial experience and awareness of most of the following areas; deep expertise in one of them is desirable:

• Transducer design and fabrication
• Ultrasound signal processing
• High speed electronics for ultrasound
• Regulatory considerations e.g. 60601-2-37 compliance
• Metrology e.g. scanning hydrophone

You are:

• A self-starter with a strong sense of ownership
• Intellectually curious and inventive
• Strategic – able to see the bigger picture, anticipate challenges and opportunities, and stay focused
• A strong relationship-builder who listens attentively and engage thoughtfully
• Entrepreneurial and adaptable
• Motivated by the real-world application of science and technology

Additional Information

TTP operates from an award-winning campus in green surroundings, just south of Cambridge.

• Annual profit-related bonus
• Private medical insurance (employees + dependants)
• Free lunch and refreshments daily
• Life insurance (6 x salary)
• 25 days annual holiday(plus bank holidays)
• Enhanced parental leave, with flexible return-to-work options
• Electric car leasing scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• A wide range of social activities including squash, Zumba, arts and crafts, and TTP’s own rock band
• Discounts and memberships for local sports and cultural venues

Diversity Statement:

Our business revolves around collaborating with one another to tackle genuinely hard problems. Equality and diversity in the workplace are some of the most challenging problems facing society. We can’t profess to be perfect in this regard, or to yet have all the answers. But we continuously strive to do better, and we fundamentally believe in the power and importance of diversity – both for our community and for the overall success of our business.

We therefore encourage applications from all individuals. Whatever your background, whatever your identity: we would love to hear from you.