Research Associate in Bioengineering

Purpose of Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic research lab on a British Heart Foundation translational award that will be implemented at Heriot- Watt University and the University of Edinburgh. The position is for a post-doctoral research scientist with experience of practical engineering solutions (e.g bioengineering, electronic engineering, and/or mechanical engineering). The candidates outputs will underpin the production of a novel cardiac drug screening platform, with their primary responsibility being the production of a functional prototype based on the team’s (It is expected that additional novel IP will be generated in the course of the project.) The successful applicant will also be expected to engage in the development of a commercialisation strategy.

The post is based at the Heriot Watt University. The post-doctoral research scientist will work under the guidance of Dr Euan Brown and will collaborate closely with enginee...