Post-Doctoral Research Associate (Digital Health) - Fixed Term Contract (MS6175)

We are seeking an organised and self-motivated research associate to carry out a business development and research project under an exciting, newly awarded Digital (Health) Business Acceleration Hub, funded under the EU European Regional Development Fund.  The programme will support businesses from the fields of digital health, assistive technology or rehabilitation in the West of England LEP area through engagement, translation of research, training, and incubation.

The role involves undertaking technical business development and engagement activities and research project development associated with the programme. This will relate to the technology needs of potential entrepreneurs, aligning and developing new health and care technologies, and developing collaborative technology development opportunities with appropriate researchers.

The successful applicant will ideally have a relevant research background in the broad area of digital healthcare and/or assistive technology, as well as relevant project management experience. They will join the Department for Health’s DisAbility Sport and Health (DASH) Research Group and the EPSRC Centre for Analysis of Motion, Entertainment Research & Applications (CAMERA) at the University of Bath, working with Prof. James Bilzon and Dr. Polly McGuigan.

This represents an exciting opportunity to further develop your research and project management skills as a gateway to an academic career. The post is fixed-term with funding available until 30 April 2021. The Departments involved and the University are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive working environment. This is a full-time role but we would consider part-time working, job share or secondment requests.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Professor James Bilzon (J.Bilzon@bath.ac.uk).

Closing Date: 22 Oct 2018
Type: Education & Research