Research assistant Work, Jobs in Sheffield, Eng (with Salaries)

Research Assistant in Propulsion
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £32,080 - £36,636 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Clinical Research Associate
IQVIA —Chesterfield
- Full-time
- No degree
- Travel
Research Associate - The Business of Bordering
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £41,064 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- English
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
EPIC(GB) Translational Research Technician
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £32,080 - £35,608 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Laboratory experience
- Microsoft Office
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Research Technician in Alternative Protein Biomanufacturing
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £27,319 - £28,778 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Laboratory experience
- University
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Research Associate (Statistical Population Ecology)
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £39,906 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Research Associate - 'New musical technologies for older adults' wellbeing
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Travel
- Psychology
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Research Associate in Cancer Biology
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Project management
- University
- Employee discount
Research Associate: Stem Cell Biology
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £42,254 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- University
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Research Associate in 3D Concrete Printing
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £47,389 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
8d
Research Associate - Engineered Antiviral Resilience
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £47,389 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Laboratory experience
- Master's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
12d
Research Associate in Nuclear Glass Development and Durability
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £41,064 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Laboratory experience
- No degree
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
6d
Research Associate in Biochemical Engineering
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £39,906 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
8d
Research Associate in Nonlinear System Identification and Modelling
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £47,389 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
8h
Research Associate (Simulation of Irradiation Damage in Fusion Materials)
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
13d
Research Associate in Optimal Control of Open Quantum Systems
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £46,735 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Supervising experience
- Machine learning
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Research Associate in Quantum Sensor Nanofabrication
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £41,064 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
12d
Research Associate in Failure Detection in Rotating Mechanical Systems
University of Sheffield —Sheffield
- £38,784 - £41,064 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
12d

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Research Assistant in Propulsion

University of Sheffield -
Sheffield

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Job details

Full-time | Fixed term contract
£32,080 - £36,636 a year
8 hours ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Company pension
Employee discount

Qualifications

Engineering
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
Organisational skills
IT
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Description

Job Title: Research Assistant in Propulsion

Posting Start Date: 04/06/2026

Job Id: 2684

School/Department: Mechanical, Aerospace & Civil Engineering

Work Arrangement: Full Time (Hybrid)

Contract Type: Fixed-term

Salary per annum (£): 32,080.00 - 32,080.00

Closing Date: 18/06/2026

The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more.

Overview

Are you passionate about Aerospace engineering and rocketry? Looking to use your technical skills to make an impact on the future of propulsion?

We have an exciting opportunity in the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering for a motivated individual to join our growing Aerospace Propulsion activity. As a Research Assistant, you will work alongside Dr. Alistair John and a growing research team to support cutting-edge propulsion test activities.

Main duties and responsibilities

Work with the team to support propulsion test activity
Lead on the design, planning and organisation of experimental testing
Support the design and commissioning of new test equipment
Conduct risk assessments and plan safe test activity
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with members of the research group, PhD students and external project collaborators
Support the coordination and delivery of research activities in the group
Contribute to reports, presentations, conference abstracts and journal articles (with support from members of the research team)
Support undergraduate extra-curricular and dissertation projects that make use of the group’s test facilities
Contribute to the academic life of the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering
Carry out other duties commensurate with the grade and remit of the post

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and are respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Criteria

Essential or desirable

Stage(s) assessed at

A masters/good honours degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline. (or equivalent relevant experience)

Essential

Application & Interview

Technical knowledge and practical experience related to rocketry and propulsion testing.

Essential

Application & Interview

Experience conducting risk assessments and planning safe test activity.

Essential

Application & Interview

A passion for Aerospace engineering and propulsion.

Essential

Application & Interview

Experience of supporting quantitative, experimental research activities.

Essential

Application & Interview

Experience of organising, managing, and preparing research data for analysis.

Essential

Application & Interview

Excellent IT skills, including familiarity with data acquisition software and willingness to develop further technical skills.

Essential

Application & Interview

Strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively to specified deadlines.

Essential

Application & Interview

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience of preparing reports or research outputs.

Essential

Application & Interview

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary research team and collaborate with external partners.

Essential

Application & Interview

Further Information

Grade

Salary

£32,080 - £36,636

Work arrangement

Full Time

Duration

One year

Line manager

Dr Alistair John

Direct reports

N/A

Our website

https://sheffield.ac.uk/mac

For informal enquiries about this job contact Dr Alistair John, Aerospace Engineering: on [email protected].

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will consist of an interview. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage on the week commencing 13th July 2026. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact Mac Operations team at [email protected].

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision ().

What we offer

A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
Generous pension scheme.
A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways.
A range of generous family-friendly policies
- paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
- support for those going through the menopause
- paid time off and support for fertility treatment
- and more

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

We are a research university with a global reputation for excellence. Our ideas and expertise change the world for the better, making a real difference to society. We know that when people come together with different views, approaches and insights it can lead to richer, more creative and innovative teaching and research and the highest levels of student experience. Our University Vision (www.sheffield.ac.uk/vision) outlines our commitment to building a diverse community of staff and students that recognises and values the abilities, backgrounds, beliefs and ways of living for everyone.

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research assistant jobs in sheffield, eng

Research Assistant in Propulsion

Clinical Research Associate

Research Associate - The Business of Bordering

EPIC(GB) Translational Research Technician

Research Technician in Alternative Protein Biomanufacturing

Research Associate (Statistical Population Ecology)

Research Associate - 'New musical technologies for older adults' wellbeing

Research Associate in Cancer Biology

Research Associate: Stem Cell Biology

Research Associate in 3D Concrete Printing

Research Associate - Engineered Antiviral Resilience

Research Associate in Nuclear Glass Development and Durability

Research Associate in Biochemical Engineering

Research Associate in Nonlinear System Identification and Modelling

Research Associate (Simulation of Irradiation Damage in Fusion Materials)

Research Associate in Optimal Control of Open Quantum Systems

Research Associate in Quantum Sensor Nanofabrication

Research Associate in Failure Detection in Rotating Mechanical Systems

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