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Research Assistant - KTP Associate in Structural Engineering

University of Aberdeen - Engineering

Location: Angus Council, Monikie
Salary: Up to £35,000
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 8th February 2023
Closes: 21st February 2023
Job Ref: ENG206R

In collaboration with Denfind Stone Limited, Monikie, Dundee, we have an exciting opportunity at the University of Aberdeen, with the School of Engineering for a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate.

This 27-month fixed term post is and exciting opportunity for an ambitious graduate in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a strongly related field, to fast-track their career development as a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate. KTP is the UK’s oldest knowledge transfer programme, supporting partnerships between business and universities or research organisations, placing talented graduates (KTP Associates) to work on innovative, high-profile projects. KTPs are part grant-funded by Innovate UK, the United Kingdom's innovation agency, which provides money and support to organisations to make new products and services on behalf of the UK Government.

The successful candidate (KTP Associate) will benefit from a tax-free personal development budget of £4,500 (allowing them to participate in courses /professional qualifications) and will be responsible for other budgets including travel and consumables. The KTP Associate will be based at Denfind’s quarry site at Monikie but will be required to travel regularly to Aberdeen for meetings and experimental testing. Costs of travel will be covered within this project.

The KTP Associate will enjoy product development and project management responsibilities for a key product that is integral to the expansion of the operations of Denfind Stone Limited; specifically, to develop an innovative mechanical fixing system that will ensure that pre-assembled stone cladding systems can be installed efficiently, safely and cost-effectively. The Associate will consolidate skills, techniques & research methodologies across multiple disciplines, including numerical modelling, experimental design and testing, product development, computing, and design & innovation-led thinking.

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Salary will be up to £35,000; this is not part of a university scale and is instead driven by the external funding. This will be assessed against experience. There will also be an annual review after 1 year.

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr. Adelaja Israel Osofero, School of Engineering, e-mail: aiosofero@abdn.ac.uk

The School of Engineering embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring.  Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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