Principal Postdoctoral Researcher in Robotics and AI in Agriculture

Fixed Term until 31 December 2027 

Salary: Grade 9 £39,105 to £42,632 per annum (The point of entry will be dependent upon relevant qualifications and experience)

Closing Date: 18 December 2024 

The successful candidate will have a background in Control Systems, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. They should also possess general knowledge and skills in data-driven engineering, including machine learning techniques and experience with implementations using the Robot Operating System (ROS). Ability to successfully undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision. 

Main duties of the role include: 

1. Conduct research projects
2. Responsible for the management of projects
3. Develop and initiate collaborative working internally and externally
4. Demonstrate evidence of own personal and professional development
5. Supervision and support of colleagues within project teams

You will be experienced in working with complex and technical computer software packages relative to the subject matter. Evidence of a record in research and contributions of published works at national/international conferences and in peer reviewed journals within related scientific areas. Experience on deployment robotic systems in the field. ROS expert and programming skills in (at least) Python, C/C++. Experience on control systems implementation.

If you have any queries or questions or for an informal discussion, please contact Professor Fernando Alfredo Auat Cheein via e-mail fauat@harper-adams.ac.uk. 

For further information about the University or to see full job description, please visit our website at www.harper-adams.ac.uk. 

Application Procedure:

Please click on the above ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our website Harper Adams e-Recruitment programme at http://jobs.harper-adams.ac.uk to be completed no later than midnight on 18 December 2024, UK time.

Please note that interviews will take place on Friday 20^th December 2024

Should you require any adjustments to complete your application for this role then please contact vacancies@harper-adams.ac.uk.

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