Job Description

Job number

ENG03656

Faculties

Faculty of Engineering

Departments

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Salary or Salary range

49,017 - 55,144 per annum

Location/campus

South Kensington Campus - On site only

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

15 Sep 2025

About the role

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Applications are encouraged for a Research Associate post to work on a project funded by Innovate UK and the European Space Agency to employ systems thinking to investigate and develop models and algorithms for situational awareness.

What you would be doing

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You will carry out research programmes to develop and test models for accurate and reliable situational awareness for autonomous mobility including simultaneous localisation and mapping (SLAM), object detection, navigation and guidance, and smart packing solutions. You will also be required submit publications to refereed journals and to attract external research funding.

What we are looking for

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Hold a PhD in Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) with experience in any aspect of research in situational awareness, or any relevant branch of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics. Practical experience in a broad range of techniques including simultaneous localisation and mapping (SLAM), object detection, navigation and guidance, and smart packing solutions Knowledge of systems engineering including requirements, design, development/prototyping, testing and validation. Knowledge of situational awareness techniques. Ability to conduct a detailed review of recent literature

What we can offer you

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The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity. Grow your career: gain access to Imperial's sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression. Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes). Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

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This role is a fixed-term, full time post for 18 months.



If you require any further details about the role, please contact Professor Washington Ochieng at w.ochieng@imperial.ac.uk.



Any queries regarding the application process should be directed to Briony Webb at b.webb@imperial.ac.uk.



Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant.



Full information on the post is available in the job description.



We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds and disabilities. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the interview process and to perform crucial job functions, as well as other support including staff networks. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Available documents

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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.



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