Research Associate in Rock Mechanics & Engineering

University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing services

Generous annual leave

Christmas closure

Retail discounts

Job summary

The University of Manchester is seeking a self-motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Rock Mechanics and Geomechanics Engineering team. Based in the Department of Civil Engineering and Management, you will contribute to an externally funded project addressing subsurface engineering and sustainable energy challenges.

The role is initially funded for 18 months, with potential extension subject to funding.

Job description

We are seeking a self-motivated and collaborative individual to join our Rock Mechanics and Geomechanics Engineering team as a Postdoctoral Research Associate. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to an externally funded research project addressing key challenges in subsurface engineering and sustainable energy development. You will be based in the Department of Civil Engineering and Management at The University of Manchester and work within a wider interdisciplinary research team with strong academic and industrial collaboration. The position is initially funded for 18 months, with the possibility of extension subject to further funding.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please be aware that due to the number of applications we unfortunately may not able to provide individual feedback on your application.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.