"Research Fellow in Automation and Control (Fixed term)"

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

The Built Environment and Sustainable Technologies (BEST) Research Institute is seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow in Automation and Control to support the advancement and scaling of biomanufacturing processes. You will address key technical challenges, including in process monitoring, and will investigate the application of adaptable technologies from other sectors to enhance system performance. This includes exploring the use of digital twins for bioreactors and deploying AI driven predictive models to improve optimisation, consistency and overall yield.

The main focus for this role is to work with the driven research team who are at the forefront of sensor technologies development and feedback process control for quality assurance tools and the next generation of renewable energy development. You will help in the research and development of the sensor technology, robotic testing and validation systems and in the AI data analysis to create multi-variate system models of different processes.

You will be required to present their findings at both internal and external meetings and contribute to a range of key strategic documents including reports and presentations. You must be able to work with a range of colleagues at all levels and disciplines within the team and the wider organisation. Strong relationship building, presentation, and interpersonal skills are essential.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.