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Wolfson School of Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Electrical Engineering
Fixed-Term until March 2022
Applications are invited for a Research Associate in the Sports Technology Research Group, Wolfson School, Loughborough University.
The researcher will work on a FIFA-funded project to develop new mechanical test devices to measure the typical player–surface interaction in football; for subsequent integration into the FIFA Quality Programme for Football Turf. The role represents the opportunity to make a real difference to the regulation of football surfaces. The researcher will work closely with external collaborators Labosport and FIFA to ensure successful delivery of the test devices.
For informal discussions, please contact Dr Steph Forrester, s.forrester@lboro.ac.uk, +44 (0)1509 564824.
Application Closing Date: 13 September 2020
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