Research Assistant in Marine Power Systems

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Job summary

An innovative institution is seeking a Research Assistant in Marine Power Systems to join a groundbreaking project focused on alternative marine energy systems. This role offers the chance to engage in pioneering research on hydrogen fuel cells and their integration for deep-sea voyages. The successful candidate will analyze integrated systems, optimize hybrid fuel cell systems, and conduct risk assessments. With a commitment to equality and diversity, this position offers an excellent benefits package and the opportunity to contribute to significant environmental impact through research aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming lives and futures in the marine engineering sector.

Benefits

generous annual leave entitlement

pension scheme

induction and development support

family-friendly policies

professional development activities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant engineering field required; PhD is desirable.
• Knowledge in marine systems design and energy optimisation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze integrated systems to meet power demands and optimize hybrid fuel cell systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and formulate mitigation strategies for energy systems.

Skills

marine systems design

energy optimisation

computational analysis

risk analysis

collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Offshore Engineering

Master's degree in Marine Engineering

PhD (desirable)

Tools

hydrogen fuel cells

hybrid energy systems

Job description

Research Assistant in Marine Power Systems (Fixed term)

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Type: Research

Salary Range: £31,387 - £36,924 per annum

Hours: Full Time

School/Department: Engineering

Closing Date: 06/02/2025

Ref No: 4961

Documents:

• 4961 JD Research Assistant in Marine Power Systems (Fixed term).pdf (PDF, 339.47kb)

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community.

The Liverpool Logistics Offshore and Marine Research Institute (LOOM) within the Faculty of Engineering and Technology at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU), is focused on designing and operating large marine, offshore, port, transport, and logistics systems. Our research outputs are rated 96% world-leading or internationally excellent, and research impacts are rated 100% world-leading or internationally excellent.

LOOM seeks to appoint an exceptional Research Assistant with a keen interest in alternative marine energy systems, electrification technologies, and energy-saving devices. This role is part of the EU Horizon-funded project "Retrofit Solutions to Achieve 55% GHG Reduction By 2030," which focuses on developing energy-saving retrofitting solutions to achieve a 35% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

You should possess at least a master's degree in mechanical engineering, Offshore Engineering, or ideally in Marine Engineering or Naval Architecture. A PhD is not necessary but is considered desirable.

This presents an exciting opportunity to engage in pioneering research on hydrogen fuel cells and their integration for deep-sea voyages. The successful applicant will primarily be tasked with analysing integrated systems to fulfil power demands and optimising hybrid fuel cell systems that incorporate other energy solutions. Additional research responsibilities will encompass conducting risk assessments, formulating mitigation strategies, and delineating installation and operational requirements for these systems.

You should have knowledge and interest in marine systems design, energy optimisation, and computational analysis of power systems. Familiarity with hydrogen-based technologies, hybrid energy systems, risk analysis, and safety standards is desirable. You must demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively within research networks and build relationships with existing and potential partners.

This position will be offered on a fixed term contract for 6 months (with the possibility of a further 6-month extension), with an expected start date as soon as possible. Informal enquiries can be made to the project leader, Dr Eduardo Blanco-Davis, at [e-mail].

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

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

The department is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter for promoting the career of Women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) in higher education. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post, and all appointments will be made on merit.

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

LJMU are committed to adhering to the Principles set out in the Researcher Development Concordat; in line with this all fixed-term researchers will be supported to complete 10 days professional development activities per year (pro-rata).