You should have a Mechanical/Biomechanical/Design Engineering degree (1st or high 2:1), experience in biomechanical experiments, an interest in medical devices, and a passion for entrepreneurship.

You will design and manufacture prototypes, conduct mechanical testing, prepare patent applications, and collect pre-clinical data for clinical trial readiness.

United Kingdom

London

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            <p><b>ENG03225</b></p> 
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            <p><b>Faculty of Engineering</b></p> 
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            <p><b>£43,003 - £56,345 per annum</b></p> 
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            <p><b>South Kensington and White City Campus - Hybrid</b></p> 
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            <p><b>Full time - Fixed term</b></p> 
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             Closing date
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             <b>05-Sep-2024</b>
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           <h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the role</b></h2> 
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           <p>This is an exciting opportunity for a design engineer to continue evaluating and developing a spinal fusion implant that we have invented to address the challenge of subsidence. The applicant will also have the potential opportunity to be a founding member of a spinout. The role will include designing, manufacturing, and mechanically testing prototype devices with the aim of progressing our technology from TRL3 to TRL4. Pre-clinical data will be collected to demonstrate readiness for a clinical trial.</p>
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           <h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you would be doing</b></h2> 
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           <p>You will be involved in designing and manufacturing prototypes, performing mechanical testing to evaluate the technology (both standard ASTM testing and using bespoke testing methodologies designed to prove the technology's efficacy), and preparing for a patent application.</p>
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           <h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What we are looking for</b></h2> 
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           <p>An applicant with:</p> 
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            <li>Mechanical/Biomechanical/Design Engineering background (1st or high 2:1 degree)</li>
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            <li>An interest in medical devices</li>
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            <li>Experience conducting biomechanical experiments</li>
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            <li>An interest in entrepreneurship</li>
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           <h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What we can offer you</b></h2> 
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           <p>You will benefit from joining a vibrant, multidisciplinary team with access to expertise across a range of fields. We are looking to appoint someone with strong experimental skills to participate in the different cutting-edge projects that happen in our research group. The post will be based in the open and collaborative Spine Biomechanics Group (newsfeed), which brings together scientists, engineers and clinicians to address interdisciplinary challenges in spine biomechanics research.</p> 
           <p> More specifically we can offer you:</p> 
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            <li>The opportunity to develop a technology to a point where it is ready for clinical trial</li>
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            <li>Freedom to propose new ideas and concepts to address clinical challenges</li>
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            <li>The opportunity to work closely with spinal surgeons on developing a device</li>
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            <li>The opportunity to work with engineers who have previously spun-out companies that have been acquired by major players in this sector</li>
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            <li>The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution</li>
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            <li>Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 38 days off a year)</li>
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           <h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Further information</b></h2> 
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           <p>The post is full time and fixed term for 12 months.</p> 
           <p><b> Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range £41,694 - £44,888 per annum.</b></p> 
           <p> If you require any further details on the role please contact: Nicolas Newell – n.newell09@imperial.ac.uk.</p> 
           <p> If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.</p>
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           <h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Available documents</b></h2> 
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            Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.
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            <li>Download: Job Description Research Assistant Or Associate.Pdf</li>
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   <p>Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.</p> 
   <p> If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.</p> 
   <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b> About Imperial</b></h3> 
   <p> Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.</p> 
   <p> Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.</p> 
   <p> As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.</p> 
   <p> This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.</p> 
   <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b> Our Culture</b></h3> 
   <p> We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.</p> 
   <p> Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.</p>
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             Reference Number
             
            ENG03225 
            
             Faculty / Department
             
            Faculty of Engineering 
            
             Salary
             
            £43,003 - £56,345 per annum 
            
             Location / Campus
             
            South Kensington and White City Campus - Hybrid 
            
             Contract Type / Work Pattern
             
            Full time - Fixed term 
            
             Closing date
             
            
             05-Sep-2024
             
           
          
          
          
           About the role 
           
           This is an exciting opportunity for a design engineer to continue evaluating and developing a spinal fusion implant that we have invented to address the challenge of subsidence. The applicant will also have the potential opportunity to be a founding member of a spinout. The role will include designing, manufacturing, and mechanically testing prototype devices with the aim of progressing our technology from TRL3 to TRL4. Pre-clinical data will be collected to demonstrate readiness for a clinical trial.
            
           What you would be doing 
           
           You will be involved in designing and manufacturing prototypes, performing mechanical testing to evaluate the technology (both standard ASTM testing and using bespoke testing methodologies designed to prove the technology's efficacy), and preparing for a patent application.
            
           What we are looking for 
           
           An applicant with: 
           
            Mechanical/Biomechanical/Design Engineering background (1st or high 2:1 degree)
            
           
            An interest in medical devices
            
           
            Experience conducting biomechanical experiments
            
           
            An interest in entrepreneurship
           
            
           What we can offer you 
           
           You will benefit from joining a vibrant, multidisciplinary team with access to expertise across a range of fields. We are looking to appoint someone with strong experimental skills to participate in the different cutting-edge projects that happen in our research group. The post will be based in the open and collaborative Spine Biomechanics Group (newsfeed), which brings together scientists, engineers and clinicians to address interdisciplinary challenges in spine biomechanics research. 
            More specifically we can offer you: 
           
            The opportunity to develop a technology to a point where it is ready for clinical trial
            
           
            Freedom to propose new ideas and concepts to address clinical challenges
            
           
            The opportunity to work closely with spinal surgeons on developing a device
            
           
            The opportunity to work with engineers who have previously spun-out companies that have been acquired by major players in this sector
            
           
            The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
            
           
            Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 38 days off a year)
           
            
           Further information 
           
           The post is full time and fixed term for 12 months. 
            Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range £41,694 - £44,888 per annum. 
            If you require any further details on the role please contact: Nicolas Newell – n.newell09@imperial.ac.uk. 
            If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.
            
           Available documents 
           
            Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.
            
           
            Download: Job Description Research Assistant Or Associate.Pdf
           
          
         
         
         
          
            
          
         
        
       
      
     
    
   
  
  
   Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above. 
    If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help. 
    About Imperial 
    Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact. 
    Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact. 
    As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network. 
    This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London. 
    Our Culture 
    We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages. 
    Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.
  
 


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