About the role In this ambitious project we are developing new automated solutions for the manufacture of injectable medicines at scale. The project is multidisciplinary running across the Faculties of Science and Engineering and Design. For this post, to be led by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, we are seeking a dynamic individual to develop, design, make and manufacture automation solutions to support the manufacture of injectable medicines. This will consist of supporting the current research on developing the robotic cell along with the design of transfer and dispensation mechanisms to ensure the right quantities of raw ingredients arrive at the right point without waste. As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6) with comparable reduction in responsibilities and amendment in job title to Research Assistant, if a suitable applicant cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position. Applicants will need to be within six months of their course completion date and will be promoted to Research Associate once their PhD has been awarded. About you The ideal PDRA will have experience of mechanical design, use of robots, be able to create fast prototypes for empirical testing using a range of methods and tools, be able to support on mechatronics systems development using programming techniques that will be required. The PDRA will also be expected to interface with the wider project team across the different faculties and support other activities including final year projects that could be linked to the wider research. Further information This role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed term basis with an expected duration of 10 months. For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Vimal Dhokia at vd209@bath.ac.uk. We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment. We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader ; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. What we can offer you We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer: Employee assistance services through Health Assured, including access to the Wisdom app Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance Generous employer contributory pension schemes Cycle to work scheme Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Staff discount at Team Bath gym Staff benefits include discounted postgraduate tuition and language courses, alongside a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning, and more Local discounts, including free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath A family-friendly workplace An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce Relocation allowance Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn. Be Well at Bath We’re committed to creating a health-supporting working environment where everyone can thrive and be at their best. We offer a range of resources to enable you to do that from your first day here, including: Staff support groups and networks A network of Staff Wellbeing Champions A suite of tools, resources and frameworks that enable you to be at your best and thrive Find out more about being at your best at Bath. Closing Date: 22 May 2026 Department: Education & Research Salary: £38,784 to £46,049