Research Associate in Implementation of Detection and Sensor Fusion Algorithms for Radars

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term contract: Until 31^st July 2026 with potential for a further extension subject to funding

The opportunity:

Where curiosity becomes impact.

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The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where academics can develop their careers and passion for their chosen subject area. We offer the full range of academic roles and have a genuine focus on our students performance and wellbeing.

This Research Associate position will contribute to impact acceleration projects within the Institute for Imaging, Data, and Communications (IDCOM) at the University of Edinburgh, and in collaboration with colleagues in the academia and the industry.

This role is UE07 and is available on a fixed term basis until 31^st July 2026 with potential for a further extension subject to funding.

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