At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and optimise bio-digital systems for health, sport, and consumer electronics.
- Company: Loughborough University offers a vibrant community and flexible working arrangements.
- Benefits: Enjoy 14 closure days, a holiday purchase scheme, and family-friendly support.
- Other info: This is a fixed-term position ending on 31 December 2026.
- Why this job: Join a cutting-edge project in bio-digital intelligent systems with diverse applications.
- Qualifications: Experience with analytical equipment and computational modelling tools like Matlab and COMSOL.
The predicted salary is between 35608 - 41064 £ per year.
Full or Part Time, Fixed term with position not extending beyond the project end date of 31 December 2026. Loughborough University is committed to allowing its employees to work dynamically with a combination of working on campus and remotely, where possible. Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University.
The project entails the development, analysis and engineering of advanced bio-digital system solutions for multisectoral applications spanning novel diagnostic technologies for health, sport and wellness, consumer electronics and defence. Examples of engineered solutions include digital microfluidics and advanced materials for biosensors. The role will involve selecting and optimising material structures, optimising their formulations for device integration, while maintaining optimum device performance, accuracy and reliability.
About You
- Formulation, optimisation and integration of functional materials.
- Use of analytical equipment in a laboratory environment including morphological (AFM, SEM, TEM), electrical, optical, spectroscopic (Raman, UV/Vis, FTIR) and bio‑chemical characterisation.
- Experience working with computational modelling and CAD tools (e.g., Matlab, COMSOL, Abaqus) to assist the design and optimisation tasks.
- Experience of acquiring, curating and analysing data derived from field trials (including human or animal subjects) and analytical techniques.
- Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated experience working in a lab, including the preparation of risk assessments and COSHH forms to ensure a safe working environment.
- Engaged in translational and/or entrepreneurship programmes aiming to exploit research outputs.
Closing Date: 22 June 2026
Our Benefits
We’re committed to creating an environment where you can flourish. You’ll enjoy generous time off, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, plus a holiday purchase scheme. Other benefits include flexible and hybrid working options, family‑friendly support, world‑class sporting facilities, and a wide range of financial, health, and sustainability perks. Subject to annual pay award. £35,608 to £41,064. Grade 6 / pro rata if applicable.
Research Associate in Bio-Digital Intelligent Systems in Loughborough employer: Loughborough University
Loughborough University is located in a dynamic environment that promotes flexible working. Employees benefit from world-class sporting facilities and generous time off, including 14 closure days. The university is committed to supporting research that has real-world applications across various sectors.
