AddressThis Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) project aims to develop a new Retractable Fibre Optic Inspection Device (RFOID) to inspect endoscope channels, detecting any residual material or defects. The device will identify and report on levels of contamination after disinfection. This will not only significantly improve validation of disinfection but ultimately enhance patient safety and device longevity in service.
Candidate Profile: MSc or PhD in physics or engineering related discipline.
Additional Benefits and support:
- Up to £4,500 for personal and professional development for the duration of the project
- Annual leave (25 days p/a)
- Professional support and mentorship
- Mental Health and wellbeing: https://www.aston.ac.uk/staff-public/hr/Benefits-and-Rewards/health-wellbeing
Career prospects:
60% of our KTP associates are being offered employment by the companies at the end of the KTP.
This is a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) funded by Partners for Endoscopy Ltd and Innovate UK.
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) are collaborative, three-way partnerships creating positive impact and driving innovation by linking various businesses with the UK's world class knowledge bases to deliver innovation projects led by skilled graduates.
It is essential you understand how KTP works and the vital role you will play if you secure this position. To learn more please visit: www.aston.ac.uk/ktp
The Company: Based in Stoke-on-Trent, Partners for Endoscopy was founded in 2004 and supplies both public and private hospitals in the UK with specialist services,
cleaning equipment & consumables, for flexible endoscopes. Flexible endoscopes are multi-use medical devices that can't be sterilized in an autoclave due to the sensitivity of the materials & electronics, consequently they require high-level disinfection to prevent cross-infection and maximise patient safety.
More about the company: https://www.pfemedical.co.uk/
Aston University: You will work in a project team with Dr David Benton, Prof Kate Sugden, Dr Tony Worthington at Aston University and the Senior Management Team at Partners for Endoscopy Ltd with the support of the IUK-KTN’s Knowledge Transfer Adviser.
Location: You will be based predominantly at Partners for Endoscopy in Stoke-on Trent. The nature of the development requires the use of laboratory facilities at Aston University for an extended period of time. Some travel to key clients may also be required.
For informal enquiries about this role please contact Dr David Benton, e-mail: d.benton@aston.ac.uk
If you think this isn’t the right opportunity for you, please explore other KTP vacancies across the country: https://www.ktp-uk.org/jobs/
