The UKRI Turing AI Acceleration Fellowship Project and related neurotechnology research at the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ, led by Professor Damien Coyle, aims to develop next-generation AI methods to translate electrophysiological signals into control signals for brain–computer interface (BCI) technologies. These advances will be trialled at scale with end-users, driving the development of robust, wearable neurotechnologies.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a researcher with expertise in neural signal processing and AI/machine learning for the analysis, classification, and decoding of high-resolution electroencephalography (EEG).

Working with Prof Coyle and the Turing AI Fellowship team at the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Institute for the Augmented Human, the Research Associate will:-

• Design and implement novel AI models and algorithms
• Contribute to the planning and execution of research experiments with human participants
• Manage and analyse large, complex datasets
• Develop software and prototype real-time AI solutions
• Publish results in high-impact journals and conferences
• Collaborate with AI researchers, engineers, neuroscientists, psychologists, trials managers, and neuroimaging experts across multiple projects

By advancing novel AI approaches and demonstrating them in large-scale trials, this project has the potential to transform the future of neurotechnology — enabling more reliable BCIs, accelerating clinical translation for rehabilitation, and contributing to the broader vision of safe and effective human augmentation.

About you

We are looking for a motivated researcher who can get projects off the ground quickly and make a meaningful contribution within a 4-month fixed-term post. You will bring strong technical expertise and a collaborative approach to help deliver high-quality research outputs in a short timeframe. This role is ideal for a researcher keen to make an immediate contribution and strengthen their profile in AI for neurotechnology through impactful short-term work.

• AI/ML research, particularly deep learning using platforms such as Keras, PyTorch, or TensorFlow
• Developing and testing novel or customised AI models for complex, noisy, real-world datasets
• Software optimisation for high-performance computing on CPU and GPU clusters
• VR/AR or game development for applications including BCI

Further information

For an informal discussion relating to the role, please contact Prof Damien Coyle, or Dr Yue Zhang yz4604@bath.ac.uk

The post may involve travel within the UK and internationally, occasional extended stays off-campus, and the need to arrange and manage travel logistics and expenses. Access to personal transport may be advantageous.

As a member of Research Staff at the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

What we can offer you:

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ a great place to work as well as following us and .

 

Closing Date: 10 Nov 2025

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

The neurotechnology research team at the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ, led by Professor Damien Coyle, is developing new AI and immersive technologies to advance brain–computer interfaces (BCIs) and trial them at scale with end-users. A central focus is the creation of engaging, gamified VR/AR paradigms and neurogaming applications to support learning, communication, rehabilitation, and entertainment.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a researcher with experience in VR/AR development, serious games, or neurogaming research applied to BCI and neurotechnology.

Working with Prof Coyle and the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Institute for the Augmented Human, the Research Assistant will:

• Design and develop novel immersive paradigms and neurogaming applications for BCIs.
• Collaborate with AI experts, engineers, neuroscientists, psychologists, and trials managers.
• Contribute to EEG-based research trials with able-bodied participants and patients with physical impairments or prolonged disorders of consciousness, in ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ and at partner sites across the UK.
• Support data collection, analysis, and publication of results in high-impact journals.

About you

We are seeking a motivated researcher who can contribute effectively to our programme and work well within a team. The ideal candidate will have:

• A first degree in a relevant subject (Master’s level qualification or equivalent experience desirable).
• Relevant research experience in areas such as VR/AR, game development, or neurogaming, with awareness of current developments in the field.
• Strong skills in organising and prioritising work, meeting deadlines, and contributing to research reports and publications.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with confidence engaging with colleagues, participants, and external partners.
• Competence in IT and digital tools appropriate to the discipline (e.g. Unity, Visual Studio, or equivalent).
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to professional, ethical, and safe research practice, with enthusiasm for developing creative solutions and advancing high-quality neurotechnology research

You will be:

• Proficient with Visual Studio and Unity3D (or similar) game development environments.
• Experience in software engineering and/or computing, evidenced by relevant work or a strong game/neurogaming development portfolio.
• Optimising VR/AR or game performance for real-time applications such as BCIs and neurogaming.

Further information

The post may involve UK travel and occasional extended stays off campus.

As a member of Research Staff at the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year

For an informal discussion relating to the role, please contact Prof Damien Coyle, or Dr Yue Zhang yz4604@bath.ac.uk

This role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours), fixed term basis until March 2026.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

What we can offer you:

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ a great place to work as well as following us and .

 

Closing Date: 10 Nov 2025

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £31,236 to £37,694