Research Assistant in Low Carbon - 6 months fixed term (0.5fte)

Liverpool John Moores University; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool John Moores University seeks a qualified engineer to advance construction practices aiming for Net Zero. The ideal candidate will guide developers in using alternative construction materials, enhancing industry standards and sustainable practices. This position offers a chance to collaborate with a dedicated team and contribute to impactful research, with a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Induction and development support

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Proven track record in engineering related to building and infrastructure development aligned with SDGs.
• Experience working within a team environment.
• Capable of promoting project activities.

Responsibilities

• Create a straightforward guide for developers on alternative construction materials.
• Detail the impact of materials on industry standards.
• Provide tools to quantify benefits, costs, and carbon savings.

Skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Engineering in building and infrastructure

Job description

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution rooted in the Liverpool City Region with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are integral to our city and can be found across various industries and communities. We are committed to working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities.

LJMU has been awarded funding to collaborate with Liverpool City Council to advance knowledge and practice in the field of Construction Environmental Impact, aiming for Net Zero site construction and enhancing Liverpool's economy.

The university supports building and structure design by quantifying potential waste, incorporating biomaterials using locally available resources, and leveraging expertise in engineering characterization, testing, computational modeling, and sustainability evaluation with carbon tools.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, with a proven track record in engineering related to building and infrastructure development aligned with SDGs, and experienced in working within a team environment. They should be capable of raising the profile and promoting the project activities.

The role involves creating a straightforward guide for developers on alternative construction materials, detailing their impact on industry standards, and providing tools to quantify benefits, costs, and carbon savings to support decision-making in the public and private sectors.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated research team within the university, alongside researchers from the Schools of Civil Engineering and Built Environment. The successful candidate will be results-oriented, with a history of achieving and exceeding ambitious goals in a relevant discipline.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension scheme, induction and development support, and family-friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join LJMU as we implement the Strategy 2030, aiming to be an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures by placing students at the center of our activities.

If you believe this role matches your skills and experience and you can make a significant impact at LJMU, we look forward to your application.

LJMU is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and communities, regardless of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or religion. All appointments are made based on merit.