Research Associate

Research Associate (Engineering Dynamics and Signal Processing)

We are seeking a Research Associate to join us in contributing to an exciting, project in Engineering Dynamics and Signal Processing. 

This role sits within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bath.

Duties will include

As a Research Associate, you will play a key role in

• Designing and executing laboratory experiments,
• Integrating sensing hardware.
• Capturing high-quality data under controlled vibration loading.
• Building experience in engineering dynamics.
• Signal processing.
• Applied research.

This is an exciting position that will allow the successful candidate to gain valuable experience in engineering dynamics.

About the candidate

We are looking for someone who can bring strong technical expertise, curiosity, and a collaborative approach to this project. 

You will have:

• A PhD in a relevant STEM discipline (e.g. Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering, or similar), or equivalent professional experience at doctoral level.
• Knowledge of dynamics and/or signal processing.
• Experience with experimental testing, data acquisition, or laboratory-based research.
• Ability to organise your own workload and contribute effectively to project milestones.
• Clear communication skills, enabling you to work productively with academic and industrial teams.
• Proficiency in relevant computational tools (e.g. MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, or equivalent).
• Experience with non-contact sensing methods, or AI-based pattern recognition, would be helpful but not essential.

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym.
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees.
• Staff discount on language courses.
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes.
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance.
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more.
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath.
• Local discounts and more.
• A family-friendly workplace.
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
  Relocation allowance.
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses.