We are the University of Cumbria, for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart.
Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.
We are seeking a PhD qualified researcher with significant expertise in instrumentation development for electrochemical and optical diagnostics. You should be able to design and develop relevant electronic circuits as well as mechanical hardware and software for device interface and control. You will support work within the European Commission UTI-Diag project.
Informal Enquiries: Prof. Zulfiqur Ali, PVC Research and Knowledge Exchange at
[email protected]
In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, support for professional development, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.
Further details:
Job Description
We encourage applications from the broadest range of society, including all under-represented groups with particular emphasis on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in our University and in comparison, to the sector.
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Job Details
Department
IECAM Research
Location
Barrow
Starting Salary
£44,746 with incremental progression to £56,535
Post Type
Full Time
Contract Type
Fixed Term - Ends 31/08/2028
Release Date
Thursday 13 August 2026
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Thursday 20 August 2026
Interview Date
Tuesday 25 August 2026
Reference
XX161726
