Research Assistant/Associate
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Job Description
This is a 12-month fixed-term Research Assistant/Associate position supporting a project to advance a TRL7 controller prototype for microbial electrolysis cells in wastewater treatment. Responsibilities include designing and implementing embedded control systems, integrating IoT communication, and analyzing data. Applicants need a strong background in embedded systems, electronic engineering, and control systems, with a degree for the Assistant role and a PhD for the Associate role.
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Key Responsibilities
- The Microsystems Research Group is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant/Associate to support the Northern Net Zero Impact Accelerator (NNZA) project: “Real-time Control and Optimisation for Boosting Microbial Electrolysis Cell Performance in Energy-Efficient Wastewater Treatment.”
- This project aims to advance a TRL6 controller prototype for microbial electrolysis cells (MECs) to TRL7, enabling real-time optimisation of applied voltage and current to enhance wastewater treatment efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and improve biogas production (hydrogen and methane).
- You will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of a real-time control and monitoring system integrating:
- You will contribute to the design, development, testing, and
- deployment of a real-time control and monitoring system integrating:
- Embedded hardware platforms
- Control algorithms (e.g. PID, PWM)
- IoT communication (WiFi/LoRaWAN)
- Data acquisition and analysis pipelines
- Industrial partners (Northumbrian Water Group, METzero Ltd)
- Field deployment environments (wastewater treatment facilities)
- Duration of the post is full time, fixed term for 12 months.
- Find out more about the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE) here: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/sage/
- Find out more about our Research Institute: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/engineering/research/microsystems/
About This Position
When do applications close for this position?
Applications for Research Assistant/Associate at Newcastle University close on 16 October 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.
What does this position pay?
The advertised salary for this role is GBP 33,951 – 35,608. The final offer within the band depends on qualifications and experience, as set by Newcastle University's enterprise agreement.
Where is this position based?
The position is based at Newcastle University, in Newcastle, GB. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
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