The Hitchon Family Research Fellowship in Biomedical Sensing Engineering: Insigneo Institute

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an excellent researcher with a track record in biomedical sensing engineering to join us for career‑establishment research. The fellowship is aligned with the Insigneo Institute, the University of Sheffield, and the CHIMES2 network of heterogeneous chip design and has been fully funded by a philanthropic donation to the university. The successful candidate will take forward their own programme of transformative research in the engineering and applications of novel biomedical sensing technologies that are underpinned by state‑of‑the‑art electrical and electronic engineering research. The candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with a network of collaborators on the development and application of novel medical devices and sensing technologies across the Insigneo Institute, CHIMES2 and the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, and will benefit from collaborative opportunities for clinical testing and evaluation with Insigneo partners at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and Sheffield Children’s Hospitals.

Support package

There will be a research support package available in addition to support this role.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Take forward a world‑class programme of self‑driven research in biomedical sensing engineering.
• Collaborate on large interdisciplinary research projects that are aligned with the Insigneo Institute and CHIMES2 network.
• Supervise PhD and undergraduate students.
• Contribute to and actively participate in ongoing international collaborations with other academic, clinical and industrial research partners.
• Contribute to postgraduate and undergraduate teaching in the Schools of MPH and EEE.
• As a member of staff, you will be encouraged to make ethical decisions in your role, embedding the University’s Sustainability Strategy into your working activities wherever possible.
• Carry out other duties commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and are respected. Even if your experience does not match perfectly with this role’s criteria, your contribution could still be valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Essential Qualifications

• Good Honours degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent.
• A PhD in Engineering, Physics, or equivalent.
• Biomedical sensor design and construction experience.
• Solid background in electronics and electrical engineering.
• Experience in interfacing with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Track record of publications in top Engineering and Biomedical Engineering journals.
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to develop creative approaches to problem‑solving.

Further Information

• Grade: 8
• Salary: £48,822 – £58,225 pro rata (potential to rise to £65,509 with exceptional contribution).
• Work arrangement: Full‑time, 35 hours/week
• Duration: June 2026 – May 2030
• Line manager: Professor &/or Senior Scientist &/or Research Fellow
• Direct reports: Not applicable

For informal enquiries about this job contact Jim Wild at j.m.wild@sheffield.ac.uk.

Next steps in the recruitment process: It is anticipated that the selection process will take place in April/May 2026. This will consist of an interview comprising a short presentation on the candidates’ research experience followed by a hands‑on practical examination. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage shortly after the advert closes. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process, you can contact Jen Rodgers, Research Administrative Manager at j.rodgers@sheffield.ac.uk or 0114 2159150.

Benefits

• A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holidays and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid work for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to a wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, dining out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks for social interaction, peer support and personal development (e.g. Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
• Recognition awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
• A commitment to development, including access to learning and mentoring schemes, integrated with Academic Career Pathways.
• A range of generous family‑friendly policies: paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies, support for those going through menopause, paid time off and support for fertility treatment, and more.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. Possession of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment at the University of Sheffield; each case will be examined on its own merits.

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