Dairymaster are currently recruiting for: Postdoc/Research Fellow (Electronics/Sensors/Embedded Systems)
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Dairymaster Global Headquarters, Causeway, Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland.
The Institute of Technology Tralee has established a world-class research centre in the area of Intelligent Mechatronics and Radio-frequency identification (RFID) i.e. The Intelligent Mechatronics and RFID Centre [The IMaR Centre].
The principal theme of the IMaR Centre is the synergy between mechatronics and RFID for industrial applications in the highly technological manufacturing industry driven by new technology, innovation and global demand. Mechatronics is a multidisciplinary field of engineering that includes a combination of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, control engineering and computer engineering. Radio-frequency identification (RFID) is the wireless non-contact use of radio-frequency electromagnetic fields to transfer data, for the purposes of automatically identifying and tracking tags attached to objects.
The centre is core funded by Enterprise Ireland and houses state-of-the-art research facilities. The overall mission of the IMaR Centre is to be industries partner of choice for the provision of innovative applied research. The IMaR Centre will serve a cross section of industries including Automotive, Telecommunications, Pharmaceutical, Production / Manufacturing, Aeronautical, Environmental, healthcare and Agri-business.
IT Tralee/IMaR is also a member of the Lero – Irish Software Research Centre, one of Lero’s strategic goals is to work with industry partners to identify and solve industry problems, generating new SW-based products & services thus ensuring that Lero’s research is firmly connected to the real world.
Position
We are looking for a highly motivated, Research Fellow to join the research team at IMaR. The successful candidate will collaboratively work and contribute to an on-going research project with one of our industrial partners.
Minimum Qualifications
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Master’s degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent.
Requirements
- Have a minimum of 4 years (post-graduation) Mechatronic Hardware Design.
- Experience with embedded systems.
- Strong experience with electronics; analogue, digital, sesnors and embedded systems etc.
- Experience of sensor system design and implementation.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing processes & instrumentation.
- Strong experience of CAD design packages.
- Good organizational skills.
- An ability to manage resources.
- Experience of PCB layout and schematic capture packages.
- Exposure to modern development technologies, frameworks & patterns.
- Experience and the discipline of working within a fast-paced test driven environment.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
- Excellent knowledge of Agriculture and especially Dairying.
- Knowledge of statistical analysis and software programs such as Mathcad/Octave/R or equivalent.
- Be imaginative and persistent and have the ability to communicate clearly.
- Be logical and technically minded and possesses strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Ability to work on own initiative, in a fast paced environment with attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, an ability to understand complex problems and
generate appropriate pragmatic technical solutions. - Constantly promote awareness of best industry practices, providing company training as required.
- Energetic and eager to learn and implement new technologies when required.
- Focused on keeping your knowledge up to date.
The ideal candidate will also possess the following attributes:
- Knowledge of programming tools such as C/C++ or Visual Basic.
- Proven ability to take ownership of development projects.
- Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative, with excellent organisational and personal management skills.
- Professional and mature attitude to work with energy, drive and enthusiasm – to be a proactive member of the team.
Duration of Contract
Two years
Salary
An attractive salary will apply to this post, dependant on employee experience and qualifications.
Application Procedure
All applications must be made online at www.ittralee.ie
Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries ONLY may be addressed to Prof. Joseph Walsh, email: [email protected]
Closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 19th of June.
Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
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