Research Laboratory Technician (Design/Engineer) (Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge is seeking a Research Laboratory Technician (Design/Engineer) to support pioneering research in human augmentation. Join the Plasticity Lab to develop innovative research tools and contribute to experiments enhancing hand functionality for individuals of all capabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design and rapid prototyping required.
• Strong interest in human body functionality and technology integration.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop custom research tools including wearable robotic devices.
• Involved in 3D modelling and prototyping tasks.
• Support experimental design initiatives within the Plasticity Lab.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Rapid Prototyping

Organisational Skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Design

Job description

Research Laboratory Technician (Design/Engineer) (Fixed Term)

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We're looking for a creative and hands-on designer or engineer to join the Plasticity Lab, a world-leading neuroscience research team investigating how we can use technology to increase hand functionality in able and disabled individuals of all ages. You'll work alongside Dani Clode, creator of the Third Thumb, contributing to the development of custom research tools including wearable robotic devices, vibrotactile stimulators, and MRI-compatible hardware.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team at the forefront of human augmentation research. You'll be involved in everything from 3D modelling and prototyping to experimental design, and lab support. Ideal candidates will have experience in mechanical design, rapid prototyping, and a strong interest in working with and understanding the human body. They should also have excellent organisational and multitasking proven abilities.

CV's and portfolio's MUST be provided at point of application, please send a pdf copy to [e-mail]

Start date is flexible (ideally August-September 2025). Learn more about our work: https://plasticity-lab.com/

Fixed-term basis for a period of 1 year.

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Please ensure that a PDF copy of your CV and portfolio are sent to [e-mail] to be considered for this role.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Closing date: 21st July 2025

Interview date: to be confirmed

For information about how your personal data is used as an applicant, please see the section on Applicant Data (https://www.hr.admin.cam.ac.uk/hr-staff/hr-data/applicant-data) on our HR web pages.

Please quote reference SU46410 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Research Services

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