Postdoctoral Research Associate - REDEPLOYEES ONLY

City St George's, University of London; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London university is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Machine-Learning Assisted Simulation of non-Newtonian Flows. The role involves synthesizing non-Newtonian coolants for e-motor systems using Machine Learning methodologies in Computational Fluid Dynamics. Candidates should possess a PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Physics with experience in rheology and computational tools. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Sector-leading salary

Pension scheme

Comprehensive training and development package

Qualifications

• First-class degree and PhD in relevant fields.
• Experience in computational research related to Non-Newtonian flows.
• Proven track record of peer-reviewed research.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize novel non-Newtonian coolants for e-motor cooling.
• Implement a universal design methodology using Machine Learning.
• Utilize data from Molecular Dynamics simulations for ML tool training.

Skills

Machine Learning tools

Computational Fluid Dynamics

Rheology

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Physics

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

Overview

City St George's, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George's, University of London into one institution. The combined university is one of the largest suppliers of the health workforce in the capital, as well as one of the largest higher education destinations for London students. Combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, law, creativity, communications, science and technology, we are creating a 'health powerhouse' for students, researchers, the NHS and partners in uniting a world-leading specialist health university. We are now one of the UK's largest health educators, where staff and students have access to an expanded team of brilliant academic and professional services colleagues, combined resources and facilities and more interdisciplinary opportunities. The merger creates opportunities to generate significant change in the world of healthcare including changes to treatment, population health monitoring, workforce development and leadership, policy, and advocacy.

Background City, University of London along with Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Lund University, National Technical University of Athens and industrial partners Lubrizol Ltd and AVL List Gmbh participate in the project E-COOL, 'A Holistic Approach for Electric Motor Cooling' , funded by the European Innovation Council. E-COOL aspires to develop a holistic e-motor cooling technology, maximising heat transfer through direct-contact, spray cooling. The Team is looking to appoint one Postdoctoral Research Associate on Machine-Learning Assisted Simulation of non-Newtonian Flows.

Responsibilities

• The Team aims to synthesise novel, non-Newtonian coolants to be employed in spray-cooling systems for e-motor stator windings.
• In order to achieve this, the Fellow will implement a universal design methodology for such fluids of complex rheology, using a Machine Learning (ML) algorithm to be incorporated in a Computational Fluid Dynamics framework.
• Training datasets for the ML tool, which will be based on a Tensorial Neural Network architecture, will be provided by Molecular Dynamics simulations also conducted in E-COOL.

Person Specification

• The successful candidate will have a first-class degree and PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Physics or relevant fields.
• They will have experience in computational research in the field of the project, with a strong background in rheology and Non-Newtonian flows.
• They will be familiar with Machine-Learning tools (such as PyTorch or TensorFlow), as well as with code development and customisation.
• They should be able to showcase a proven track record of peer-reviewed activity in research.

Additional Information

Please note: This role is only open to redeployees at City St George's. Applications from individuals who are not redeployees will not be considered at this time.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to [e-mail] with the job title and number, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

Closing date: 28th September 2025 at 11:59pm.

The selection process will involve an interview and a presentation. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage. [If the selection process will include a presentation or test, please provide details and be prepared to accommodate any reasonable requests for candidates with a declared disability or who are making an application under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme].

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City St George's offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

City St George's, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.

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