Research Assistant/Associate in Sustainable Medical Device Manufacturing
Research Assistant/Associate in Sustainable Medical Device Manufacturing
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Job Title: Research Associate Sustainable PlantBased Materials for Medical Devices
Location: HeriotWatt University Edinburgh
Contract: Fulltime FixedTerm for 6 Months
Salary: Grade 6 () / Grade 7 () per annum
Holiday Entitlement: 33 days annual leaveplus 9 buildings closed days (and Christmas Eve when it falls on a weekday)
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Research Associate to join our interdisciplinary team working on the development and evaluation of sustainable plantbased materials for use in medical devices. This exciting role offers the opportunity to contribute to cuttingedge research with realworld impact collaborating closely with industry partners and supporting the transition to more sustainable healthcare technologies.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Design and conduct scientific and engineering experiments on plantbased materials for medical manufacturing.
- Evaluate biocompatibility mechanical robustness durability and sterilisation of developed materials.
- Collaborate with industry partners (Indenti Ltd Tily Blooms Ltd Glossbrook Engineering Ltd and ABHI) to validate materials for medical applications such as dental aid devices and home insemination syringes.
- Develop and maintain risk assessments and COSHH documentation in line with institutional safety procedures.
- Present research findings at partner meetings workshops and scientific conferences.
- Prepare and edit scientific publications and contribute to knowledge dissemination.
- Engage in outreach activities including the Edinburgh Science Festival school visits and public engagement events like Borrow a Researcher.
- Support experimental facility maintenance and liaise with external collaborators.
- Participate in broader research group activities including industrial engagement and project planning.
Essential Criteria
- A degree in Engineering or a related subject.
- A completed (or nearcompletion) doctorate (PhD or EngD) or equivalent industry experience.
- Proven technical competence in experimental science and data analysis/modelling.
- Strong practical understanding in at least one of the following: medical device manufacturing sustainable materials or material characterisation.
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
- Ability to work independently demonstrate initiative and contribute effectively to teambased research.
- Willingness to engage with a range of technologies and disciplines.
Desirable Criteria
- Familiarity with ISO standards for material characterisation (biocompatibility durability sterilisation).
- Experience working with medical devices and/or sustainable materials.
- Evidence of working successfully in multidisciplinary and collaborative projects.
- Enthusiasm for sustainability and public engagement.
How to Apply
Please submit via the HeriotWatt online recruitment system (1) Cover letter describing their interest and suitability for the post; (2) Full CV
Applications can be submitted until midnight on Monday 26th May 2025.
Please direct any queries about this role to Carolina Tacchella ().
At Heriot Watt we are passionate about our values and look to them to connect our people globally and to help us collaborate and celebrate our success through working together. Our research programmes can deliver real world impact which is achieved through the diversity of our international community and the recognition of creative talent that connects our global team.
Our flourishing community will give you the freedom to challenge and to bring your enterprising mind and to help our partners with solutions that can be applied now and in the future. Join us and Heriot Watt will provide you with a platform to thrive and work in a way that also helps you live your life in balance with wellbeing and inclusiveness at the heart of our global community.
HeriotWattUniversity is committed to securing equality of opportunity in employment and to the creation of an environment in which individuals are selected trained promoted appraised and otherwise treated on the sole basis of their relevant merits and abilities. Equality and diversity are all about maximising potential and creating a culture of inclusion for all.
HeriotWattUniversity values diversity across our University community and welcomes applications from all sectors of society particularly from underrepresented groups. For more information please see our website also our awardwinning work in Disability Inclusive Science Careers welcome and will consider flexible working patterns e.g. parttime working and job share options.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
