Research Fellow in Optical Fibre Bio-Sensing (Fixed Term)

About the role

The Optics and Photonics Research Group is seeking a PhD qualified Engineer to design and develop an innovative instrument for wound healing measurement. The successful candidate will work on the construction of optical fibre sensors, their characterisation, and the development of an opto-electronic measurement system.

Responsibilities

• Development of instrumentation
• Fibre optics sensors in the field of healthcare
• Knowledge of optical fibre physical sensors, optoelectronics, and systems designs
• Data capture, recording of data, and report writing to a professional standard
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiasm, motivation, and drive to embed new knowledge and take full ownership of the project
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Requirements

Candidates must hold a PhD in Electronic, Biomedical, or Optical Engineering.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess the following:

• Development of instrumentation
• Fibre optics sensors in the field of healthcare
• Knowledge of optical fibre physical sensors, optoelectronics, and systems designs
• Data capture, recording of data, and report writing to a professional standard
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiasm, motivation, and drive to embed new knowledge and take full ownership of the project
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Skills

The ideal candidate will have:

• Development of instrumentation
• Fibre optics sensors in the field of healthcare
• Knowledge of optical fibre physical sensors, optoelectronics, and systems designs
• Data capture, recording of data, and report writing to a professional standard
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiasm, motivation, and drive to embed new knowledge and take full ownership of the project
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Benefits

The Optics and Photonics Research Group offers:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year
• Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes, and many more

Pay

The salary range for this position is £32,080 to £47,389 per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £35,608 with relevant PhD).

Schedule

Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week.