Assistant Research Fellow in Vibration Energy Harvesting

The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. This award-winning campus offering a UK-style education has grown to establish a student body of over 9,000 in just 21 years.

UNNC, a pioneer in Sino-foreign tertiary education, is rapidly expanding. It is seeking an ambitious, talented Research Assistant with a passion for research to join its team of science and engineering experts. As part of the University of Nottingham’s Global University, UNNC offers unique teaching and research opportunities in a highly dynamic economy.

Job Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support the Principal Investigator and research team in advancing the objectives of a Vibration Energy Harvesting (VEH) project. Key responsibilities include:

• Contributing to system design, experimental testing, and data analysis.
• Developing circuits for energy management.
• Assisting in the preparation of research publications, technical reports, and grant proposals.
• Conducting independent research using appropriate VEH methodologies and techniques.
• Integrating mechanical and electrical systems and testing under vibrational conditions.
• Optimizing the system for energy efficiency and reliability.

Requirements

• MSc degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong background in vibration analysis, energy harvesting, or embedded systems is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Prior research experience is an advantage.

Salary & Contract

• Salary range: 100,720 to 148,808 RMB per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Fixed-term outsourced contract for 6 months, starting from August 2025.
• Includes a probation period of 1 month.

How to Apply

All applicants must formally apply online via https://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/job/184175/.

If you are unable to apply online, please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected] and quote reference number 184175.

Important Dates

• Application deadline: 05 June 2025, 23:59 Beijing Time
• Interviews: Likely to take place in June 2025 in Ningbo, China (subject to change)

For other vacancies and more about working at the University of Nottingham Ningbo, China, please visit:
https://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/jobs-at-unnc/