Research Fellow
Aston University - Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies
| Location: | Birmingham |
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| Salary: | £38,784 to £46,049 per annum : Grade 08 |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
| Placed On: | 22nd September 2025 |
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| Closes: | 22nd October 2025 |
| Job Ref: | 0734-25 |
Contract Type: Fixed Term (30 months)
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow to join the Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies (AiPT), one of the world’s leading photonics research centres. This role is part of a HORIZON-EU-funded project (Engineered Combined Sensing and Telecommunications Architectures for Tectonic and Infrastructure Characterisation - https://ecstatic-project.eu/) aimed at pushing the boundaries of fibre-optic sensing in the existing communications network and leveraging AI-driven solutions for real-time event detection and infrastructure monitoring. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of integrating advanced optical technologies with machine learning techniques to develop novel, high-performance fibre-optic sensing applications.
You will be responsible for the application and validation of distributed optical sensing techniques developed in ECSTATIC, such as novel distributed acoustic sensing (DAS), on trackside telecom fibres, for the condition monitoring of railway infrastructure, focusing on both the structure (e.g. bridges) and the rail system (e.g. track, sleeper, ballast). This includes leading the design and execution of laboratory structural testing, conducting field monitoring, and developing data processing for damage detection and characterisation.
What we offer:
- Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
- Great family-friendly policies.
- On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
- Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.
For informal enquiries about this position, you can contact Dr Haris Alexakis (c.alexakis@aston.ac.uk)
Further details:
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Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston
We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.
If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk
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