Research Assistant

1 week ago


Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom University of Aberdeen Full time
Research Assistant (KTP Associate)


In collaboration with Denfind Stone Limited, Monikie, Dundee, we have an exciting opportunity at the University of Aberdeen, with the School of Engineering for a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate.


School/Section

  • Engineering

Staff Category

  • Research

Position Type

  • Full Time

Duration of Post

  • Funding/Activity Limited

Grade

  • Grade 5

Salary

  • Up to £35,000

Location

  • Aberdeen

Closing Date

  • 21/02/2023

Ref No

  • ENG206R

Documents

  • Further
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This 27-month fixed term post is and exciting opportunity for an ambitious graduate in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a strongly related field, to fast-track their career development as a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate.

KTP is the UK's oldest knowledge transfer programme, supporting partnerships between business and universities or research organisations, placing talented graduates (KTP Associates) to work on innovative, high-profile projects.

KTPs are part grant-funded by Innovate UK, the United Kingdom's innovation agency, which provides money and support to organisations to make new products and services on behalf of the UK Government.


The KTP Associate will enjoy product development and project management responsibilities for a key product that is integral to the expansion of the operations of Denfind Stone Limited; specifically, to develop an innovative mechanical fixing system that will ensure that pre-assembled stone cladding systems can be installed efficiently, safely and cost-effectively.

The Associate will consolidate skills, techniques & research methodologies across multiple disciplines, including numerical modelling, experimental design and testing, product development, computing, and design & innovation-led thinking.


Job Reference Number
:
ENG206R


Salary will be up to £35,000; this is not part of a university scale and is instead driven by the external funding.

This will be assessed against experience. There will also be an annual review after 1 year.

  • The School of Engineering embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged._


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