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Current Vacancies
Associate Research Fellow (Ref. N2760)
Salary £24,370
The College is seeking to appoint an Associate Research Fellow for 22 months on an EU project (OPTIJECT – ‘a novel spectroscopic instrument for in-line monitoring during injection moulding’) to support the work of Dr Oana Ghita. The objective of this proposal is to improve the quality of injection moulded polymer parts by developing a novel in-line process monitoring and control system based on near infrared (NIR) and UV-Vis spectroscopy that is capable of measuring in real-time critical parameters of the injection moulding process, such as filling/flow speed, temperature and most specifically the polymer colour and the presence of undesirable compounds for the quality of the injected components such as humidity or non-desired proportions of additives.
This EU funded post is available immediately. The successful applicant will ideally possess an engineering background with a PhD in material science or should be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the area with several years of experience. The successful candidate is expected to have good understanding of spectral techniques (such as Near IR, Raman and UV-VIS) and analytical equipment in general. They should also be able to address applied engineering problems as well as fundamental polymer research.
Candidates will be expected to liaise closely with the European industrial partners of the project, make regular trips to their respective manufacturing sites. As part of his/her duties, the successful candidate will be required to follow the work-programme of the project (prepare and characterise samples, design suitable experiments to solve problems, analyse and interpret data, prepare monthly technical reports for the funding body). The successful applicant will also be expected to present on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.
The starting salary will be £ 24,370 on Grade E, depending on qualifications and experience.
For further information please contact Dr Oana Ghita, e-mail o.ghita@ex.ac.uk or telephone (01392) 263667. To apply, please submit an application form or CV and covering letter with the contact details of three referees, to Dr Oana Ghita, quoting the job reference N2760.
The closing date for completed applications is 12 noon on 22nd of February 2011. Interviews are expected to take place on 10th of March 2011.
The University of Exeter is an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity in its workforce and, whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, is particularly keen to consider applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.
Application packs are available from http://admin.exeter.ac.uk/personnel/jobs/N2760.pdf
Engineering Specialist (Design Researcher)
Fixed Term until May 31st 2013
The University of Exeter requires a Specialist Engineer (Design Researcher) to work in an exciting and innovative business technology centre - the Centre for Additive Layer Manufacturing (CALM). The centre is based in the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences. The post is immediately available.
The CALM BTC is a dedicated industry-facing technology development facility specialising in additive manufacture. CALM BTC is the regional hub for South West additive layer manufacturing activities and is building upon the success of Exeter Advanced Technology (X-AT), an industrially-focused research model. CALM BTC is an innovative manufacturing centre enabling growth and promotion of additive manufacturing in the UK.
CALM BTC aims to bring ALM to manufacturing sectors where there are currently barriers to adoption of the technology. Target sectors include high-level automotive, medical, dental, marine and tooling. In addition, there will be a clear focus on sustainability, including material efficiency, cost reduction and waste minimisation, which will have a positive environmental impact to small and medium size enterprises (SMEs) based in the South West region.
Set-up and run for the first three years with the financial support of the SWRDA, ERDF and EADS, CALM is designed to become self-sustaining through the subsequent development of a portfolio of cutting-edge development projects.
The successful applicant will use their knowledge of computer aided design for additive layer manufacturing to work on projects that promote ALM to a wide range of business and academic partners. The successful applicant will also work with other researchers and engineers to develop novel and innovative technical advances in ALM that meet the needs of partner companies.
The post will include: Undertaking development work in computer aided design for additive layer manufacturing, using knowledge and experience of computer aided design to enable CALM BTC customers understand the potential of ALM, working collaboratively with other members of the CALM team to provide solutions to ALM development work, delivering excellent customer service to CALM BTC customers and identifying and securing funding to enable CALM to be self-sustaining beyond 2013.
The successful applicant will possess a degree (or degree equivalent) in an engineering discipline and practical experience of working with various the computer aided design aspects of ALM technologies. They will have in depth knowledge of additive layer manufacturing and the ability to deliver the objectives of a wide range of development projects. They will be able to use their skills and knowledge of CAD and their creativity in engineering design to add value to development projects.
The successful applicant will also have proven experience of generating new approaches for both research projects and business collaborations and supporting a wide range of clients. They will possess good communication and project management skills, be proactive, enthusiastic, be able to self-manage and work well in a team.
This appointment will initial be on a fixed term basis until May 31st 2013, it is envisaged that further opportunities will arise beyond this date as the centre becomes self-sustaining.
Starting salary will be £31,671 to £35,646 per annum depending on qualifications and experience.
For further information please contact Dr Sara Flint Tel. 01392 263618 or s.d.flint@ex.ac.uk
Application packs are available from http://admin.exeter.ac.uk/personnel/jobs/R10149.pdf
E-mail hradmin@exeter.ac.uk; quoting reference number R10149
The closing date for completed applications is 12 noon 14th February 2011
The University of Exeter is an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity in its workforce and, whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, is particularly keen to consider applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.