Research Assistant, Materials Engineering (Fusion Materials)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cambridge is seeking a Research Assistant in the Department of Engineering to study the mechanics of fusion materials and damage mechanisms. The role involves experimental research, mechanical testing (tensile, toughness, fatigue) at room and high temperatures, and advanced electron microscopy (EBSD, TEM) to understand deformation and fracture.

You will collaborate with Cambridge colleagues and external partners, prepare publications, and assist with grant administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Science or Materials Science and Engineering.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience with mechanical testing and microscopy.
• Familiarity with sample preparation and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical characterisation including tensile, toughness and fatigue testing at room and elevated temperatures.
• Perform electron microscopy characterization (EBSD, TEM).
• Analyse data and contribute to group meetings and publications.
• Develop equipment including a micronotcher, vacuum-furnace and cryogenic testing system.

Skills

Lab skills

Data analysis

Experimental research

Education

Bachelor's in Eng Sci

Master's preferred

Tools

EBSD

TEM

Job description

University of Cambridge is seeking a Research Assistant in the Department of Engineering to study the mechanics of fusion materials and damage mechanisms. The role involves experimental research, mechanical testing (tensile, toughness, fatigue) at room and high temperatures, and advanced electron microscopy (EBSD, TEM) to understand deformation and fracture.

You will collaborate with Cambridge colleagues and external partners, prepare publications, and assist with grant administration.