Postdoctoral Research Assistant – Wearable Robotics and Experimental Biomechanics

Laplace Expert Ltd; Oxford; Hybride; GBP 39 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Oxford advertises a Postdoctoral Research Assistant position focused on soft wearable upper-body robotic assistance and experimental biomechanics in Oxford.

The role involves designing and fabricating soft wearable systems that deliver assistive forces and joint torques for upper-body motion, plus testing, protocol development and evaluation of repeatability and comfort in biomechanical testing.

Qualifications

• PhD or near-completion in engineering, biomechanics, robotics or related discipline.
• Practical robotic fabrication and upper-body experimental biomechanics.

Responsabilités

• Design and fabricate soft wearable upper-body robotic systems delivering assistive forces and joint torques for upper-body motion.
• Test actuator force, range of movement, assistance and load transfer.
• Develop experimental biomechanics protocols.
• Evaluate repeatability, durability and comfort in mechanical and human-movement testing.

Connaissances

Soft wearable robotics

Experimental biomechanics

Device prototyping

Formation

PhD in engineering/biomechanics/robotics

Description du poste

Postdoctoral Research Assistant - Wearable Robotics and Experimental Biomechanics

University of Oxford

United Kingdom

2 November 2026 (no verified exact cutoff time)

About This Opportunity

University of Oxford advertises Postdoctoral Research Assistant - Wearable Robotics and Experimental Biomechanics, an academic opportunity focusing on Soft wearable upper-body robotic assistance and experimental biomechanics in Oxford.

The University of Oxford RADlab role will design and fabricate soft wearable robotic systems delivering assistive forces and joint torques for upper-body motion. Duties include testing actuator force, range of movement, assistance and load transfer; developing experimental biomechanics protocols; and evaluating repeatability, durability and comfort in mechanical and human-movement testing. The UKRI-funded appointment is fixed term to 31 May 2028.Who This Opportunity Is Best Suited For:Applicants interested in developing research focused on Soft wearable upper-body robotic assistance and experimental biomechanics are the clearest thematic audience. A strong match on topic is not a substitute for checking the actual doctorate, publication, methodological or experience requirements set by the employer. Documented qualifications and preparation include: PhD or near-completion in engineering, biomechanics, robotics or related discipline; practical robotic fabrication and upper-body experimental biomechanics.Potential Challenges / Who May Find It Less Suitable:Material practical considerations include Full time, the currently unresolved final official application endpoint.Overall Opportunity Assessment:This opportunity is distinguished by its focus on Soft wearable upper-body robotic assistance and experimental biomechanics. Its documented methods and collaborations provide a concrete basis for assessing methodological fit; application and financial details should be confirmed against the institution’s vacancy or programme instructions.

Soft wearable upper-body robotic assistance and experimental biomechanics Robotics & Automation

Level Postdoc

Time Commitment Full-time

Field Soft wearable upper-body robotic assistance and experimental biomechanics

Specialization Robotics & Automation

Organization Type University

Funding & Compensation

Amount GBP 39,424-47,779 / Per Year

Funding Type Salary

Funding Status Paid

Period Per Year

Requirements

Education

PhD or near-completion in engineering, biomechanics, robotics or related discipline; practical robotic fabrication and upper-body experimental biomechanics.

Experience

Technical Skills Soft wearable robotics Experimental biomechanics Device prototyping