Research Assistant in Civil Engineering (Fixed term) 20 hours p

Liverpool John Moores University; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Research Assistant to support investigations into sediment impacts and flow measurements. This role involves laboratory experiments, field visits, data analysis, and report preparation. Candidates should have a Master's or PhD in Civil Engineering, particularly in Environmental Engineering. The position offers generous leave, pension, and development support. It's a part-time, fixed-term role starting on 15 January 2026.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Induction and development support

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience conducting laboratory and/or field‑based research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments and perform field visits related to sediment and flow measurements.
• Interview stakeholders and collect desk‑based data.
• Analyse and interpret collected data, producing clear and accurate findings.
• Prepare comprehensive reports documenting research results.
• Support the creation and delivery of presentations for internal and external audiences.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to data quality

Education

Master’s or PhD in Civil Engineering

Job description

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive institution rooted in the Liverpool City Region with a global presence. The Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science and the School of Engineering and Built Environment work to create and communicate knowledge, support communities, and advance civil engineering research.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Research Assistant to support a project investigating how sediment impacts flow measurements and weir operation, with a focus on identifying and quantifying uncertainties to inform British Standards Institute (BSI) recommendations. The role involves laboratory experiments, field visits, interviews, desk‑based studies, report writing, and presentation preparation for academic and industry audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments and perform field visits related to sediment and flow measurements.
• Interview stakeholders and collect desk‑based data.
• Analyse and interpret collected data, producing clear and accurate findings.
• Prepare comprehensive reports documenting research results.
• Support the creation and delivery of presentations for internal and external audiences.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Environmental Engineering, Hydraulics, or Water Resources.
• Experience conducting laboratory and/or field‑based research.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with meticulous attention to data quality and detail.

Contract Details

9‑month fixed‑term part‑time position, available from 15 January 2026.

Benefits

Generous annual leave, pension scheme, induction and development support, and family‑friendly policies.

Contact

Informal enquiries welcome to Dr Mawada Abdellatif via email: m.

Commitment to Equality and Diversity

The Faculty is committed to equality and diversity, promotes the Athena SWAN charter, and especially welcomes applications from women.

Application Closing

All vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date unless otherwise stated.