Decarbonised Propulsion Research Fellow

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

30 days holiday + public holidays

Staff discounts & benefits

Job summary

University of Nottingham is seeking a Research Associate/Fellow to drive pioneering research in decarbonised propulsion at the Powertrain Research Centre. You will lead independent and collaborative projects, develop innovative concepts, and translate research into real-world impact with industrial and academic partners.

Applicants should hold a PhD (or be close to completion) in a relevant field, with expertise in IC engine combustion and low‑carbon fuels.

Qualifications

• PhD in an appropriate field (e.g. decarbonised propulsion) or nearing completion.
• Expertise in IC engine combustion theory and practice.
• Experience with low/zero carbon fuels and multidisciplinary research with industry and academia.
• Desirable experience in ammonia fuel line design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver independent and collaborative research in decarbonised propulsion.
• Develop new concepts and translate research into impact with partners.
• Secure funding by proposing compelling research bids.
• Publish findings in peer‑reviewed journals and present to the scientific community.

Skills

IC engine combustion

Low/zero carbon fuels

Multidisciplinary research

Communication skills

Education

PhD in propulsion or related field

Job description

University of Nottingham is seeking a Research Associate/Fellow to drive pioneering research in decarbonised propulsion at the Powertrain Research Centre. You will lead independent and collaborative projects, develop innovative concepts, and translate research into real-world impact with industrial and academic partners.

Applicants should hold a PhD (or be close to completion) in a relevant field, with expertise in IC engine combustion and low‑carbon fuels.