Research Associate in Manufactured Automation Systems

About the role

We are seeking a Research Associate to join our exciting EPSRC funded Prosperity Partnership project that will develop new automated solutions for the manufacture of complex injectable medicines at scale. The project is multidisciplinary (Pharmacy, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering) running across the Faculties of Science and Engineering and Design.

For this post, which will be led by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, we are seeking an individual to develop, design, make and manufacture automation solutions to support the manufacture of injectable medicines. This will consist of specifying and designing a robotic cell along with the design of transfer and dispensation mechanisms to ensure the right quantities of raw ingredients arrive at the right point without waste. 

This position is offered on a full time basis, fixed term until 31^st July 2027.

About you

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be confident pecifying and designing digital and mechanical systems for the automation solutions
• Have experience in the use of robots
• Be able to create fast prototypes for empirical testing
• Be able to model different scenarios and be comfortable with a range of manufacturing techniques (machines, 3D printing etc)
• Have an understanding of digital twins
• Be capable of supporting development of mechatronics systems that will be required

You will work closely with other team members in Electrical Engineering and the Faculty of Science. 

Further information

For an informal discussion about the role please contact:

• Professor Vimal Dhokia at vd209@bath.ac.uk
• Dr Uriel Martinez Hernandez at umh21@bath.ac.uk

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

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