Research Associate or Research Assistant Circular Robotic Manufacturing

Position

Full Time, Fixed Term for 22 months.

Research Assistant in Circular Robotic Manufacturing:
Specialist and Supporting Academic Research
Grade 5: £29,588 - £34,610

or
Post‑Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) in Circular Robotic Manufacturing:
Specialist and Supporting Academic Research
Grade 6: £35,608 - £46,049

• Lead work on developing a circular economy framework for disassembly, refurbishment, remanufacturing or material recycling of end‑of‑life industrial robots, supported by AI‑based life cycle assessment (LCA) and life cycle costing (LCC) models.
• Collaborate closely with the project’s research team and integrated academic and industrial partners to develop new learning and disseminate project findings.

• BSc, MSc or PhD degree or equivalent in mechanical, manufacturing, electronic, robotic control engineering or any relevant discipline.
• Strong interest in Circular Economy, Robotics, AI and vision systems, sustainability, remanufacturing and recycling.

• Generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra.
• Access to facilities with ample green space across the campus and a vibrant community.
• Competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.
• Flexible and hybrid working options, life‑event leave policies, and access to an on‑site nursery.
• Discounted gym memberships, access to sporting facilities, physiotherapy, and healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.
• Access to electric vehicle and cycle‑to‑work schemes, and a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.

The closing date for applications is 27/07/2026. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. For further support with your application, please refer to our application guidance, which includes helpful tips.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Shahin Rahimifard ().