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The Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics at the University of Southampton is welcoming applications for a postdoctoral position in the field of advanced manufacturing and materials. The research will be conducted within the Computational Engineering & Design Group of the Department, on a fixed term - full time contract for a duration of 33 months. The role The role is an Innovation Action within a Horizon Europe funded research project coordinated by the University of Southampton that will deliver an Industry 5.0 AI-enabled digital framework that streamlines remanufacturing in the automotive sector. You will need to lead the methodological framework for remanufacturing in the automotive sector in collaboration with the consortium participants from 9 different countries. About you You will hold a PhD or equivalent and will already be demonstrating potential for research excellence in your postdoctoral activity. You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and stimulating environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities, and necessary resources to conduct high-quality research. What we can offer you As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work.  With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach. All our benefits can be viewed on the Benefits Explained website. If you wish to discuss the role in more detail, please email Professor Nico Avdelidis: n.p.avdelidis@soton.ac.uk To apply for this vacancy, please upload a CV and cover letter demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.

The McCarthy Lab has an exciting opportunity for a prospective Research Technician who is interested in synthetic biology approaches to engineer biofilms to better tackle environmental challenges. You will be joining a highly interdisciplinary project, where we will blend synthetic biology, environmental engineering, and biotechnology to develop disruptive solutions to major environmental challenges. Experience with advanced cloning systems, CRISPR tools, metagenomic mining and the use of different biofilm imaging platforms is highly desirable. There will be a particular focus on developing approaches to harness bacterial community behaviours like biofilm formation to better tackle environmental pollutants such as waste plastics. Our aim is to leverage cutting-edge advancements in synthetic biology and biofilm engineering to develop innovative strategies for bioremediation, with a key focus on scalable solutions that can be readily adopted by the waste and water sectors.  This fast-paced project will give the successful candidate the opportunity to develop new skills by working closely with our interdisciplinary team and build their international profile including through research visits to academic collaborators and working with SMEs. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurate and efficient data generation, data management, collation and the reporting of results to the project lead. The post-holder will need to demonstrate excellent attention to detail, organisational, team working and communication skills and have a keen interest in drafting research outputs for peer-review publication. The successful applicant will work closely with other researchers within the McCarthy Lab and with other EBIC partners. There will also be opportunities to explore the commercial  Applicants must have a BSc or MSc in a relevant discipline. Experience and knowledge in the field of biofilm formation is essential. Experience in some or all of the following: advanced cloning systems, CRISPR tools, metagenomic mining and the use of different biofilm imaging platforms is highly desirable. They should be enthusiastic, well motivated and be able to work both independently and collaboratively. This position is available for 32 months. Please include one paper or preprint that illustrates research skills that are relevant to this project.  We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity. Working at the University of Southampton: Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton.

About RoboPrecinct@PDD SmartPrecinct@PDD initiative aims to develop a precinct-scale robotics and embodied AI ecosystem at Punggol Digital District (PDD). The programme establishes shared digital infrastructure, regulatory frameworks (including cybersecurity and safety), embodied AI capabilities, industry collaborations, and real-world test-bedding environments to enable safe and scaled deployment of robots in PDD. The Business Development Manager will drive industry engagement and partnership development to attract companies to participate in robotics test-bedding and applied research collaborations. Key Responsibilities Industry engagement and partnership development Identify and engage robotics companies, technology providers, startups, and research partners to participate in the SmartPrecinct@PDD programme. Work closely with technical teams to identify industry use cases aligned with the SmartPrecinct infrastructure and capabilities. Support the development of joint projects between SIT and industry partners; prepare collaboration contracts/agreements and support the onboarding process for companies joining the SmartPrecinct ecosystem. Support reporting and documentation of industry partnerships and collaboration outcomes. Marketing and outreach Develop branding and marketing initiatives to promote SmartPrecinct and create industry outreach opportunities. Organise industry engagement activities such as workshops, industry forums, and networking events. Requirements Minimum Bachelor’s degree in engineering, robotics, AI, cybersecurity, business, or other related fields. Ideally 5+ years of relevant experience in business development, innovation partnerships, or technology ecosystem development. Strong networking and relationship-building capabilities. Experience working with government programmes or public-sector innovation initiatives is advantageous. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Note: The incumbent will be appointed as Research Engineer/Research Fellow if successful.