Research Associate in Space Robotics
5 months ago
Applications are welcome for a Research Associate in Space Robotics at The University of Manchester funded by UKSA Enabling Technologies Programme funded project Rappelling and Exploration Robotics for Space Applications (RESA). This role will focus on the development of a hopping robotic exploration platform and auxiliary tethered descent system for planetary exploration. Under the guidance of Dr Katharine Smith, the PI for the project, you will be working with a variety of project partners to develop and test prototype system designs. Key purpose of the role includes:
- To support research activities in the Space Systems Research group in the School of Engineering focused on Lunar and Planetary exploration with Bio-inspired hopping rovers.
- To support the design and development of the rover platform, including self-righting mechanism and thrust vectoring system.
- To support the development of a prototype tethered descent system in collaboration with industrial partners.
What you will get in return:
- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more here
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
**Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews**:
Name: Dr Katharine Smith
**General enquiries**:
**Technical support**:
**Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
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