Technical Specialist

Salary

Grade G: £38,784 - £46,049

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Region

Temporary - Full time

Job Type

Technical

Job reference

R08860

The Bridge Studio is an and exciting new laboratory at UWE Bristol that aims to unite arts, humanities, design, engineering and computing, using advanced technologies within a unique, interdisciplinary 'collision space'. It will strengthen UWE's capability and expertise in physical and digital meta-production by providing a space for interdisciplinary, practice-based, design-led creative research. Leveraging academic and technical expertise, it will drive adoption of emerging technologies to stimulate novel forms of creative expression and production. Furthermore, the Bridge seeks break down technological barriers by providing digital skills support, training, and mentoring.

The Robotic Technology Specialist will be responsible for leading the technical development, management, and support of robotic and digital fabrication technologies within The Bridge's Immersive Studio. This role will support academic research, industry collaboration, and creative practice across the University, ensuring that The Bridge Studios remains at the forefront of innovation in immersive technologies.

About you

The role holder should have an in-depth knowledge of the use of robotic arms (KUKA, UR or ABB) and robotic programming ideally with experience of applying these techniques in novel applications spanning fine art, design, creative technologies, computing and engineering. Also required is experience of robotic control and programming languages such as Python and ideally also ROS. It is desirable that the role holder is competent in digital and physical design, fabrication and curation practices: including but not limited to: 2D/3D design and manufacture, including 3D printers and CNC machine tools, using common CAD/CAM software packages (e.g. Rhino, Solidworks, AutoCAD, others as appropriate). Knowledge of PLC's and electronics is also desirable. A commitment to continuous professional development will be required to keep up to date with new technologies and address any skill gaps.

Where is this role based?

This post is based at our lively Frenchay campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed.

Why UWE Bristol?

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in vibrant Bristol, our ambitions are to make a positive difference to our planet, transforming futures through actions and solving real world challenges.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, very generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.

Add your individuality to ours

UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community.

We are proud to be part of a dynamic, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we're always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our stimulating and supportive community where we'll help you thrive.

We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.

As a Disability Confident employer we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.

Further information

If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role please contact Chris English on or email:

Interviews are scheduled to take place at our Frenchay on

This is a full-time, fixed-term post until October 2027, working 37 hours per week.

This post is available on a job share basis for applicants wishing to work part time.

To ensure fairness and equity all salary offers will be made in line with the University's salary assessment guidelines and will be based on your relevant skills and experience.

Right to Work in the UK

The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of this right, please refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist for information on which documents are acceptable.

We may be able to sponsor qualifying candidates for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. Please read our Skilled Worker Guidance to assess if you will be eligible. If you do not qualify or have no current right to work in the UK you may wish to explore other visa options.

Please note that UWE Bristol does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.

Advice to applicants

We'd love to hear from you - if you are excited about this opportunity please complete our application form as soon as possible.

Tell us how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description, and include specific examples wherever possible.

Once we have completed shortlisting we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates.