Research Associate in Vibration University Technology Centre

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join their innovative team in London. This role involves designing and analyzing advanced components for cutting-edge vibration research. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage projects while contributing to high-impact publications. With an opportunity to work with renowned industry partners, this position offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including 38 days off annually. If you're passionate about research and eager to make a significant impact in the field, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

38 days off per year

Sector-leading salary

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• PhD or first degree in a relevant field required.
• Practical experience in CAD design and FE analysis necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and manufacture a representative bladed disk or blisk.
• Carry out research programs in experimental vibration.

Skills

CAD Design

FE Analysis

Experimental Techniques

Project Management

Research Publication

Education

PhD in relevant area

First degree in relevant area

Job description

Research Associate in Vibration University Technology Centre, London

Client: Imperial College London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a0becf3e7455

Job Views: 10

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to:

• Design, analyze, and manufacture a representative bladed disk or blisk with Under Platform Damper slots, and commission it on an existing test bed.
• This post is funded by ATI to work on the collaborative HOTLINE project involving Rolls-Royce plc and other university research groups.

You will be responsible for:

• Carrying out research programs in experimental vibration.
• Undertaking project management.
• Supervising multi-disciplinary teams.
• Submitting publications to refereed journals.
• Attracting external research funding.

Minimum Requirements:

• Hold a first degree (Research Assistant) or PhD degree (Research Associate) in a relevant area.
• Practical experience in CAD design, FE analysis, and experimental techniques.
• Experience in a research environment with publications in refereed journals.
• Knowledge of test bed design and high cycle fatigue analysis.

Desirable:

• Experience dealing with research sponsors and industry engineers.

Benefits include the opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution, sector-leading salary, and a remuneration package including 38 days off a year.