Research Assistant/associate in Precision

7 days ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcastle University Full time
We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

What's in it for you? Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits.

We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Newcastle is an inclusive global University community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.


Salary:

Research Assistant:
£29,619 to £31,411 per annum

Research Associate:
£32,348 to £34,308 per annum

Closing Date: 03 January 2023

The Role

Do you have a prior research background in precision manufacturing?


The School of Engineering at Newcastle University are seeking to appoint an experienced Research Assistant/Associate to perform research on ultrasonic vibration assisted machining and evaluate its performance in processing brittle materials.

The project is in collaboration with university spinout company Microbritt.

This work is funded by Higher Education Innovation Funding (HEIF).

You will work under the supervision of Dr Dehong Huo and form part of the diverse and supportive Design, Manufacture and Materials group in the School of Engineering.

You will have a PhD in manufacturing or mechanical engineering, and experience of machining experiment is desirable. Knowledge and skills on vibration assisted machining and sensor technology would be advantageous.


We are committed to building and maintaining a fair and inclusive working environment and we would be happy to discuss arrangements for flexible and/or blended working.


The position is fixed-term, tenable until 31st July 2023 in the first instance, and is full-time (37 hours per week).

Key Accountabilities
To work on the different tasks in the research project to generate project deliverables in a timely manner and meet the project objectives
To perform machining experiment and collect data
To setup the process/tool condition monitoring sensors and analyse the data
To present research findings to industry stakeholders
To draft and publish research papers based on this work

The Person

Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Experience in precision or ultra-precision machining, using either experimental or modelling approach
Experience in using sensors for machining process
Knowledge of machining science
Knowledge and experience in surface characterisation
Evidence of high-quality journal publications and internationally recognised papers
Desirable
Knowledge of vibration assisted machining technology
Knowledge of machining of brittle materials
Experience in tool condition monitoring algorithm development

Attributes and Behaviour
Demonstrably positive and professional attitude to safety and safe working
Ability to take responsibility for research and work without day to day supervision
Strong interpersonal and team-working skills
High level of analytical and problem-solving capacity
Professional approach with a commitment to equality, diversity, dignity, and respect in the workplace

Qualifications:

PhD awarded within the area of manufacturing, mechanical engineering or a closely related field


The University holds a silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality.

The University is also a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.

Requisition ID: 24807

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