Research Assistant in Ultrasonic Systems Architecture

University of Leeds

Leeds, United Kingdom

ID: 7116876 (Ref.No. EPSEE1083)
Posted: November 29, 2022

Job Description

Are you an embedded systems designer with experience looking to work in a vibrant small start-up? Do you have experience of sensing systems such ultrasonics? 

This 12-month opportunity is based within the Ultrasound Group, and the work is focussed on deploying beamforming strategies both architecturally and in software. You will use cross platform skills covering soft/hard processor systems, FPGA and GPU.

You will perform testing across the platforms, covering software simulation and verification through to laboratory deployed testing with phantoms. You will also need to have commercial awareness as commercial interaction including presentations to potential investors will be a critical aspect of the post.


What we offer in return

And much more!  


To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Prof. Steven Freear, Professor of Ultrasonics and Embedded Systems

Tel: +44(0)113 343 2076

Email: [email protected]

Location:  Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences
School/Institute:  School of Electronic & Electrical Engineering
Category:  Research
Grade:  Grade 6
Salary:  £28,762 to £34,308 p.a.
Due to funding restrictions, an appointment will not be made higher than £28,762 p.a.
Working Time:  37.5 hours per week
Post Type:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Fixed Term (2 years - Grant funding)
Release Date:  Monday 28 November 2022
Closing Date:  Monday 12 December 2022
Reference:  EPSEE1083


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