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# Research Assistant (Robotics and Machine Learning) - 6 months FTC

- **Company:** University of West London
- **Location:** UK
- **Salary:** £35,608.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Encodings, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Robot Operating System, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3c06e4143c6a090c

## About the Role

You will have a degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Machine Learning or a related subject, together with practical experience relevant to the role.

You will have experience with Python and applied machine learning, particularly in relation to anomaly detection, behavioural analysis or time-series data.

Practical experience with robotics software and sensor-based systems, such as cameras, encoders or other sensing technologies, is essential.

You will have good analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to work independently, manage tasks against project milestones and contribute effectively within a small research team.

Experience with robotics simulation, such as NVIDIA Isaac or Gazebo, and awareness of commercial or regulatory considerations in health technology would be desirable., Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

This position does not meet the University criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

## Description

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant to contribute to the delivery of VeriMotion, an Innovate UK CyberASAP Phase 2 project developing an independent system for verifying that a surgical robot has physically moved as commanded.

Working within the School of Computing and Engineering and under academic supervision, you will contribute to the practical development and validation of a robotics monitoring demonstrator.

You will work across robotics software, sensor integration, machine learning and data analysis, including the development of methods for detecting abnormal robot behaviour.

You will also contribute to simulation and dataset development, technical testing, evaluation and documentation of the system.

The role is hands-on and laboratory-based, with opportunities to contribute to project reports, technical demonstrations and knowledge exchange activities.

This is a full-time, fixed-term appointment until February 2027, based at the University of West London, with occasional travel to project events.