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Form of workWe are seeking to appoint an outstanding person with a significant proven track record to further develop our research activities in the area of electromagnetic inspection, eddy-current sensors and ground-penetrating radar (GPR) for environmental monitoring in Polar climates. We are developing a new technology for the accurate measurement of sea ice thickness, in partnership with the British Antarctic Survey.
The Electromagnetic Sensing team, within which this role sits, are one of the leading international research groups focusing on Electromagnetic (EM) sensor systems. We have applied this research over a range of industrial, non-destructive testing, medical and security applications, with significant funding streams from UK research councils, EU, charity and industry. You will work within a well establshed, supportive team to deliver the objectives of the EPSRC funded A towable RF system for non-invasive sensing and measurement of Arctic sea ice Thickness (TRaNSMIT) project. You should be capable of working independently and collaborating both with the internal team and our external partners, so excellent communication and organisational skills are essential.
The University is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for promoting women’s careers in STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) in higher education. The Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering holds a Bronze Award for their commitment to the representation of women in the workplace and we particularly welcome applications from women for this post. Appointment will always be made on merit.
What you will get in return:
- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk. Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Dr Liam Marsh
Email: liam.marsh@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
