Postdoctoral Research Associate in Apparel Design Engineering

A 6-month full-time Research Associate position is available with Dr Kristina Brubacher in the Department of Materials for an ambitious and talented researcher in the interdisciplinary field of apparel development, technology and engineering in the Apparel Design Engineering (ADE) research group at the University of Manchester.

The ADE group is a globally recognised authority in 3D body scanning and pattern engineering, functional clothing development and apparel manufacturing, driving collaboration and innovation in the field. The group offers a dynamic research environment (currently 15 active postgraduate researchers and three staff members with additional associated members from other academic institutions). The successful candidate will make a full contribution to the group, and its members, whilst developing further their own academic career. The role aims to provide essential support for Dr Brubacher following a period of maternity leave, integrating the successful candidate as a core member of the ADE group alongside Dr Brubacher, Dr Gill and Dr Hayes.

Responsibilities will span diverse research tasks, including data collection and analysis, supporting grant applications, and assisting in PhD supervision. Additionally, the role involves writing academic papers and maintaining valuable partnerships with external academics and industry stakeholders.

Applicants must have, or be about to obtain, a PhD (or equivalent) in apparel technology/engineering or a related discipline, with research experience in product development, pattern engineering and anthropometric data analysis. Some experience of CAD software and coding is desirable. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr Kristina Brubacher (Email: kristina.brubacher@manchester.ac.uk). The duration of the post is 6 months full-time and it is available from 1 August 2025.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

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Blended working arrangements may be considered

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Dr Kristina Brubacher

Email: kristina.brubacher@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

Jobtrain: 0161 850 2004 https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

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