Research Associate

Overview

As a Research Associate at Imperial College London, you will be part of an interdisciplinary injury biomechanics research team. Your role will involve developing an injury modeling tool for predicting injuries in mass-casualty events.

About the Role

You will create algorithms within a computer-game engine to simulate the physics of explosions and use injury data to predict the likelihood of injuries to individuals nearby.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms for injury prediction.
• Collaborate with a team of scientists and engineers.
• Present findings effectively to various stakeholders.

What Imperial College London is Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in experimental or computational biomechanics and be proficient in Python for algorithm development and data analysis. Strong self-motivation and organizational skills are essential.

What Imperial College London Can Offer You

Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including 38 days off annually, while working in a world-leading research team. Access to top-tier scientists and clinicians will help you expand your research capabilities.

Further Information

This full-time position is fixed-term for 9 months, with a start date of November 1, 2024. Candidates who have not yet received their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistants with a salary range of £41,694 - £44,888 per annum.

About Imperial

Join Imperial College London, a top global university focused on scientific innovation and impactful research across various fields, from health to technology.

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