Electronics and Research Software Engineer

We are seeking a full-time Electronics and Research Software Engineer to join the Brain Engineering Lab at the Institute of Biomedical Engineering, part of the Department of Engineering Science (Headington). The post is funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research and is fixed-term for 12 months in the first instance, with a possibility of extension for up to 24 months, subject to funding.

The postholder will work as part of a multidisciplinary research team developing and deploying a wearable sleep headband system for neuroscience and neurotechnology research. The role combines electronics aware software engineering, physiological signal processing, and research data infrastructure, supporting both experimental studies and technology development.

You should possess a PhD or equivalent professional experience in engineering, computer science, neuroscience (or a closely related discipline) and strong programming skills in one or more relevant high-level languages, as well as the ability to work independently and effectively as part of multidisciplinary teams. Strong experience in digital signal processing is essential, as well as experience in design, development and verification of embedded firmware and hardware.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Tim Denison (email: timothy.denison@eng.ox.ac.uk).

For more information about working at the Department, see www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/.

Only online applications received before midday on 29 June 2026 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, addressing your fit with each selection criterion in the job description, a CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.