Dr Sarah Field

Profile

Current Role

As Knowledge Exchange/Business Engagement Manager for the UKRAS-STEP projects, my main role is to help maximise impact from research amd engage business in the academic realm. The project aims to enhance the skillset in research technicians within the field of robotics and autonomous systems (RAS) through training, secondments and creating a UK-wide network.

I am currently exploring the landscape for manufacturing in robotics. with the aim of influencing policy decisions to increase UK based manufacture. This includes mapping supply chains and identifying barriers to UK manufacture.

I have interests in engaging with stakeholders and policymakers in robotics and early stage medical device research and development.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-field-a30a77/

Prior Experience

I hold an undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of York, and was awarded a PhD in reproductive physiology by the University of Leeds.

In my career so far, I have contributed to the success of several University of Leeds spin-out companies, managing technology development from ideation to exit within commercial pathways and Innovate UK grant structures. In particular, I demonstrate project management experience in developing early stage medical devices.

In addition, I trained in adult education, and have strong training and group facilitation skills which I have used to good effect to manage the involvement of stakeholders in research.

Qualifications

• PhD Reproductive Physiology
• BSc(Hons) Biology with a year in industry
• DipHE Adult Education: Antenatal Education