Research Associate - Engineering / Mechatronics

Job Title: Research Associate – Engineering / Mechatronics
Department/School: Belfast School of Art
Campus: Belfast
Salary: £31,414 - £34,998 per annum
Duration: Fixed-term for 12 months / Full-time
Closing Date: 7 May 2024
Reference Number: 027182

- ABOUT US -

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.

- THE ROLE -

Ulster University is seeking to employ a Research Associate to play a key role in the AHRC funded project, Future Island-Island: Green Transition Ecosystem. This post offers an exciting opportunity for a researcher to work with a team of investigators on a national research project.

Green Transition Ecosystems (GTEs) are large scale projects that focus on translating the best design-led research into real-world benefits. Capitalising on clusters of design excellence, GTEs will address distinct challenges posed by the climate crisis, including but not limited to realising net zero goals. This GTE is led by Ulster University and includes Queens University, Glasgow School of Art and University of the Arts London as well as 12 company co-investigators and 18 external partners from industry, the public sector and the community.

The post-holder will be required to liaise and work with a diverse range of stakeholders associated with the project and will play an important role in supporting the research team to draft, publish and disseminate the findings and recommendations of the research in both academic and non-academic outlets.

We may create a 12-month waiting list for same or similar roles within the Department / Faculty. The University reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the University if required for certain posts.

- ABOUT YOU -

The postholder will be required to have:

- An honours degree in Mechanical / Electronic engineering.
- A Masters qualification.
- Experience of working with plastics materials and additive manufacture across a range of production processes.

Please find our employee benefits on our website.

Ulster University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality in higher education, read more on our website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.