Research Associate - Sheffield, United Kingdom - University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

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Sheffield, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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This is an exciting opportunity to join the leading robotics Institute at Sheffield and conduct cutting-edge research in a cross-disciplinary project involving engineers, computation scientists, mathematicians, philosophers, social scientists and end-users.

You should have a passion for robotics technology, good honors degree in the physical/engineering sciences and hold a PhD (or be close to completion) in engineering/computing or a related robotics area.

Demonstrable knowledge of robot sensing, tele-operation, machine learning and related software Robot Operating System, Python C++, C#, Matlab, as well as interest in working with stakeholders in health and social care and partners in social sciences.

While you will have an opportunity to build on your own research experience and strength to contribute to the research project, you will also contribute to the reputation of Automatic Control and Systems
Engineering Department as the leading department in systems and control. Aptitude for hands-on work in the laboratory and excellent scientific communication skills are essential.

The principal investigator and line manager for this role is Professor Dogramadzi who is closely supported by Professor Mihaylova and Dr Law at Sheffield Robotics and the team of scientists at AMRC.

We're one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK.

The University's Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect.

We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.