Research Associate in wearable EEG systems

University of Edinburgh; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Staff benefits

Flexible work options

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the EPIC team developing ground-breaking remote EEG technology with built-in AI detection for early epilepsy diagnosis in infants. This full-time, fixed-term post is funded by EPSRC and aims to lead prototype development, collaborate with families, clinicians and engineers, and translate outputs into clinical pathways.

The post offers flexible and hybrid working options.

Responsibilities

• Prototype development: Design and iterate the integration of software with EEG hardware in collaboration with manufacturers and stakeholders.
• Stakeholder engagement: Gather and prioritise requirements from families and clinicians to ensure the device meets real-world needs.
• AI and algorithmic integration: Work with EPIC colleagues to integrate AI and signal analysis algorithms into the devices to EEG assessment.
• Ethical approvals: Contribute to ethical approval and sponsor applications to enable home-based validation of prototypes.
• Clinical translation: Build the evidence to support the translation of prototypes into clinical pathways.

Job description

Grade UE07: £41,885.00 - £49,798.00 per annum

School of Engineering

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed-term: to 31st December 2028

Use your knowledge to drive change. Be part of something bigger.

The Opportunity

Join the EPIC team to develop ground-breaking remote electroencephalogram (EEG) technology with built-in AI detection software, enabling early and equitable diagnosis of epilepsy in infants. This full-time, fixed-term postdoctoral position is funded by EPSRC and offers the opportunity to lead the development of prototypes, collaborate with families, clinicians, and engineers, and contribute to transforming epilepsy care in the UK.

EPIC, “Enabling the early and equitable diagnosis of epilepsy in infants in the community” (https://usher.ed.ac.uk/epic-infant), is an interdisciplinary project seeking to meet the urgent need for early and equitable diagnosis of epilepsy in infants. As part of the project, your responsibilities will include:

• Prototype development: Design and iterate the integration of software with EEG hardware in collaboration with manufacturers and stakeholders.
• Stakeholder engagement: Gather and prioritise requirements from families and clinicians to ensure the device meets real-world needs.
• AI and algorithmic integration: Work with EPIC colleagues to integrate AI and signal analysis algorithms into the devices to EEG assessment.
• Ethical approvals: Contribute to ethical approval and sponsor applications to enable home-based validation of prototypes.
• Clinical translation: Build the evidence to support the translation of prototypes into clinical pathways.

You will also have opportunities to:

• Publish findings in high-impact journals and present at conferences.
• Be part of a larger team and interact and collaborate with researchers from different disciplines.

The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where researchers can develop their careers and passion. As part of the EPIC project, you will be part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment, within a highly-motivated team devoted to make a difference in the detection and monitoring of childhood epilepsies and to push for a fast translation of the outputs of the project and the prototype into clinical pathways.

This post is full-time; however, we are open to considering flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.

Here, you can continue to make a difference. Take on new challenges, grow your career, be recognised for your contributions, and benefit from our commitment to your wellbeing. Be part of something bigger, where your work has real impact and your development matters.

There are so many reasons to take your next step with us:

• You will develop professionally and expand your expertise.
• You will experience opportunities to develop new skills and broaden your experience.
• You will be part of a leading-edge research team.
• You will enjoy responsibility and autonomy.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.

Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.

We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

If you are passionate about bridging the gap between engineering and clinical care, eager to lead a high-impact project, and excited by the chance to work with families, clinicians, and cutting-edge technology, this role is for you. The EPIC team values diverse perspectives and encourages applicants from all backgrounds.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens in a new tab).

The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 1st December 2026.

Unless stated otherwise, the closing time for applications is 11:59 pm UK time. If you are applying from outside the UK, the closing time shown on our adverts will automatically adjust to your browser’s local time zone.

Interviews will be held on Monday, 14th December 2026.