Research Assistant - Maritime Autonomy

The Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has funded a grant in return for meeting project delivery outcomes in respect of the Maritime Regulatory Innovation Framework (MRIF) – Developing regulatory frameworks to support maritime innovation.

The University of Plymouth is part of a consortium lead by Plymouth City Council, including Plymouth Marine Laboratory, the University of Exeter and the Marine and Coastguard Agency, working collaboratively on the project: Maritime Regulatory Innovation Framework (MRIF) - Developing regulatory frameworks to support maritime innovation. The aim of the consortium is to propose a regulatory framework which addresses the industry’s needs to drive R&D in a safe, timely and cost effective manner.

The consortium are investigating the challenges surrounding Maritime Regulation and the adoption of new technologies. The existing regulatory regime can limit the R&D and testing opportunities because the evidence base required for certification can often only be created through operation of vessels, yet the certification is a prerequisite to such operations. The fundamental issue that the consortium are keen to address on behalf of the wider maritime community is how to appropriately deal with prototypes and vessels prior to their commercial operation.

This post will offer an exciting opportunity to engage with maritime industry partners and work across the region, linking to several maritime decarbonisation activities currently being delivered at the University of Plymouth.

With experience and ideally a track record of working with maritime operations/autonomous operations. Experience of undertaking applied qualitative and  quantitative research outcomes that could convert to research publications/research proposals. You will enjoy working with a multidisciplinary team to define the best solutions of maritime regulation and the adoption of new technologies in marine autonomy from a business perspective. 

There is a requirement within this role that some travel may be required to collaborate with partners that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Please refer to the job description for further information.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr Stavros Karamperidis by email at stavros.karamperidis@plymouth.ac.uk.

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday 20^th May 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis until 31 March 2025 due to funding.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

Closing date:  12 midnight, Thursday 9 May 2024

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