Research Associate in Additive Manufacturing Pharmaceuticals

Research Associate in Additive Manufacturing Pharmaceuticals Job ID: 103684 Job Type: Full Time Category: Construction Education: GCSE Posted: 2025-05-30 Location: Loughborough | United Kingdom Job Views: 3 Job Description: Job information Job Responsibilities: Wolfson School of Mechanical Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering Full Time, Fixed Term for 19 months We are seeking a driven Research Associate in Additive Manufacturing to join our multidisciplinary team at Loughborough University\’s Wolfson School. Our PERAMEDIC project brings together experts in material formulation, deposition methods, hardware development, and clinical translation from across Europe. You will develop toolpaths, hardware, and digital workflows to enable patient-specific, multi-material tablets. Your key responsibilities include: Designing and optimizing microscale toolpaths using our FullControl software Characterizing the performance of MEAM-produced structures—mechanical, electrical, thermal, and geometric Studying the influence of toolpath lines and patterns on part performance Developing and integrating advanced inspection workflows for real-time quality control You will also: Contribute to the development of our open-source FullControl CAD/CAM platform, using Git Program in Python and leverage AI/LLMs for automation and data analysis Modify or construct MEAM hardware to handle challenging materials Implement multi-material or multi-process sequences and embed optimization routines Travel to partner meetings across Europe to coordinate on materials, methods, and clinical needs Key Requirements: Proven experience in designing CAD/CAM workflows or toolpaths for extrusion-based additive manufacturing Experience characterizing printed part performance Programming skills in Python; familiarity with Git and AI/LLMs Experience with challenging feedstocks and multi-material MEAM processes Ability to modify or build custom hardware or motion control systems Excellent communication and teamwork skills; willingness to travel in Europe PhD (or near completion) in engineering or materials, or equivalent industrial experience Why should you apply? This role offers variety and opportunities for growth. If interested, we would love to hear from you. For informal enquiries, contact Andy Gleadall at a.gleadall@lboro.ac.uk. More details are available in the Job Description and Person Specification . Closing Date: Monday 19 June 2025 Our Benefits: Up to 44 days of annual leave Competitive pension schemes Childcare support initiatives and benefits Family-friendly employment policies BUPA Cash Plan Employee Assistance Programme Season ticker loan scheme On-campus parking with electric vehicle charging points Sports facilities and memberships Loughborough University supports flexible working, combining on-campus and remote work where possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr