Research Associate Responsive Manufacturing: Maximising Value Through Life (2 positions, Fixed Term)

The overall aim for this research programme is to create a value analysis toolkit to assist manufacturing companies respond and adapt to change (e.g. materials and/or labour shortages, new technology). Ultimately, we wish to help the sector identify optimal, through life value and take action which is responsive, sustainable, adaptable and resilient.

Manufacturing is an increasingly important area for the UK Government. The Responsive Manufacturing: Maximising Value Through Life project is funded under the EPSRC Manufacturing the Future research theme which amounts to approximately £330 million (~6% of the whole EPSRC portfolio).

This is an industry led project. You will work closely with our four partners; The Manufacturing Technology Centre Ltd, ARES Software UK Ltd, Arup and Quick Release (Automotive) Ltd who will provide the industrial case studies which will be used for the initial research activities.

The research will focus on mapping the current state of the manufacturing systems being analysed, using the data gathered from the case studies to create a proof-of-concept value modelling tool, and validating the conceptual model.

The researcher will be encouraged and supported to publish papers in top rated journals, and to widely disseminate the outputs of their research through academic and industry conference and workshops etc. Any necessary training and opportunities to assist them in their research and future career progression will be provided.

We are looking for candidates with an understanding of analysing and modelling systems and/or experience of value identifying techniques e.g. value stream mapping. We believe this role would be suitable to applicants from a number of disciplines including engineering, economic, environmental science etc.

Further information

The 2 positions are fixed term with an expected duration of 18 months to start ASAP. We are an inclusive team and from the outset we will consider part-time working.

For informal enquires Prof Linda Newnes via email enslbn@bath.ac.uk

What we can offer you

Our campus is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and the City of Bath with its historic charm and social activity only a short distance away creates an excellent environment in which to work.

We are:

• a family friendly workplace
• 39 days (pro rata) holiday (annual leave, discretionary days and bank holidays)
• We welcome applications for part-time and flexible working.
• recognising of the talents of our diverse workforce through an excellent reward package
• encouraging of your personal and professional development

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About the Advanced Design and Manufacturing Research (ADM) Centre

You will join the Advanced Design and Manufacturing Centre. The academics in the Centre are leading in the field of Design and Manufacturing and in the last year have been successful with over £6M in EPSRC funding. The Centre is housed in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The Department holds an Athena SWAN silver award, is a leading research and teaching Department and has over 89% of staff being world-leading or internationally excellent in research. The Department works closely with industry as well as the local community. The recent work on providing PPE during the pandemic demonstrates the ethos of our Department - using engineering for Good