Research Assistant or Associate in traumatic brain injury biomechanics

Imperial College London; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Research Assistant or Associate in the field of traumatic brain injury biomechanics. You will work with renowned experts, developing new biomechanical research approaches and collaborating across departments. Candidates should have a PhD or Master’s in Engineering and an interest in medical research. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

39 days off annually

Pension schemes

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Practical experience in engineering-medicine collaborative research is essential.
• Interest in bioengineering and medical research disciplines.
• Access to a large TBI research network in the UK and internationally is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop biomechanical research relevant to the treatment of traumatic brain injury.
• Collaborate across the Departments of Design Engineering and Brain Sciences.
• Assist in developing biomechanical biomarkers to predict TBI effects on the brain.

Skills

Experience working with databases

Knowledge of biomechanics and traumatic brain injury

Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams

Education

PhD or Master’s in Engineering

Job description

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Research Assistant or Associate in traumatic brain injury biomechanics, London

Client: Imperial College London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Job Reference: 784f33467d0e

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Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

You will work closely with Dr Mazdak Ghajari (Design Engineering) and Prof David Sharp (Medicine and TBI REPORTER biomarker lead) to develop biomechanical research relevant to the understanding and treatment of TBI. The work will include developing new approaches to the analysis of biomechanical data, using a range of databases that include TBI biomechanical data.

You will collaborate across the Departments of Design Engineering and Brain Sciences at Imperial, partnering with TBI REPORTER scientists. Your role involves developing biomechanical modelling approaches for TBI research, identifying and accessing new data sources, standardising data, and establishing standards for data sharing in the field. You will assist in developing biomechanical biomarkers to predict TBI effects on the brain and disseminate findings through the TBI REPORTER network.

You are expected to demonstrate:

• PhD or Master’s in Engineering
• Practical experience in engineering-medicine collaborative research
• Experience working with databases
• Knowledge of biomechanics and traumatic brain injury
• Interest in bioengineering and medical research disciplines
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and clinicians
• Access to a large TBI research network in the UK and internationally
• Opportunity to expand your professional network across academia, sports bodies, and industry
• Potential to advance your career at a leading institution and contribute to scientific progress
• Competitive salary and benefits, including 39 days off annually and pension schemes
• Supportive, diverse, and inclusive work culture with resources for personal and professional growth