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Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
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Department
WMG
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Position Type
Fixed Term
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Duration
Fixed term contract until 31st July 2027
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Salary
£31,236 to £34,610 per annum
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About the Role
Informal Queries
For informal queries, please contact Professor Pasquale Franciosa at
[email protected]
This role will support project delivery and research in the field of "Robotics Laser Beam Welding" and "Advanced Laser Welding with Dynamic Beam Shaping" to meet the needs of industry and academic partners.
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About You
The successful individual will:
- Support the welding process development, including selection of process parameters, development of welding strategies, operation of laser welding machines, analysis of data and reporting. To be successful, you will need to show experience in operating at least one state-of-the-art laser welding equipment. Some experience in microscopy and mechanical testing of welds is welcome.
- Able to report during meeting with stakeholders to define and review project requirements.
- Support the publication of research outcomes in appropriate journals of international standing. To attend and present research and project findings at professional conferences and contribute to the external visibility and profile of the department. This will also involve literature and internet searches as well as arranging meetings with senior management representatives and technical specialists from industry technology providers (suppliers to the industry), academic staff within WMG, and other university departments.
- Assist with the development and delivery of knowledge transfer materials to disseminate and embed knowledge within project partners.
- Represent the university and WMG at national and international events and report outcomes to the Project Manager and others within the research group in a timely manner.
- Implement good health and safety practices in line with University policy, strategy and legislation.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the
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About the Department
The Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) is the largest department at the University of Warwick, with over 800 staff and nearly 3,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in management, technology, and applied engineering.
We are globally recognised for our world-class research, innovative industry partnerships, and teaching excellence, and we are proud holders of the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the Institutional Silver Award.
Find out more about the High Value Manufacturing Catapult centre.
Find out more about the Energy Innovation Centre.
Find out more about our range of undergraduate and apprenticeship degrees here.
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About the University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
- World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026
** Research Excellence Framework 2021
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How to Apply
Closing Deadline: Tuesday 11 August 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include two attachments:
CV
Cover Letter
These should:
Outline employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
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Right to Work in the UK
If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK.
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