Research Associate in Biomechanical Engineering

Job title:

Research Associate in Biomechanical Engineering

Company

Loughborough University

Job description

Research Associate in Biomechanical Engineering Job reference REQ250081 Date posted 11/02/2025 Application closing date 17/02/2025 Location Loughborough Package Specialist and Supporting Academic Research grade 6 from £34866 Job descriptionWolfson School of Mechanical Electrical and Manufacturing EngineeringThis is a full time, fixed term position for 36 Months with position not extending beyond the project end date of 31 March 2028Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University.Applications are invited for a Research Associate position in the Sports Technology Research Group, Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering, Loughborough University.The research group has an outstanding international reputation in sports engineering research, working with global brands on the design, simulation, testing and manufacture of sports goods (www.lboro.ac.uk/research/sti/). In particular, the group has built a world-leading track record in head and neck injury research. The group has access to extensive laboratory and industry facilities to support this research.The purpose of this role is to lead the development of new mechanical test methods to assess the effectiveness of cycling helmets during body-first impacts. The project is funded by EPSRC and is collaborative in nature. The Research Associate will work with the teams at Loughborough University, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Lund University and industry partners. The Research Associate will also be directly involved in supporting multiple PhD, Masters and Undergraduate student projects in the same area.For more information refer to theClosing date: 17 February 2025Our Benefits

• Generous annual leave allowance up to 44 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days)
• Competitive pension schemes
• A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits including childcare vouchers; on-site university nursery (with salary sacrifice scheme); and holiday play schemes.
• We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies.
• BUPA Cash Plan (100 scheme)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Season ticker loan scheme
• On campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles
• Fantastic range of sports facilities and preferential membership packages available

Loughborough University is committed to achieving equality and valuing diversity in all aspects of employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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Location

Loughborough, Leicestershire

Job date

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 06:41:19 GMT

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