Research Associate on the Mechanics of Floating Structures

University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer pension

29 days annual leave + bank holidays

Ride to work and EV car scheme

Job summary

University of Manchester seeks a Post-doctoral Research Associate to advance research on the mechanics of floating structures. The role focuses on building mathematical models of fluid-structure interactions, developing experiments and analyzing data within a dynamic research environment.

You will join a collaborative team, contribute to publications, and work on joint projects with colleagues. PhD or equivalent and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold or be about to obtain a PhD (or equivalent) in physics, engineering, chemistry or applied mathematics.
• Strong problem-solving skills, and eagerness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a group and, also, to work independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performing experiments on floating structures.
• Acquiring & analysing experimental data and interpreting findings.
• Using mathematical techniques to model fluid-structure interactions.
• Writing up research work for publication.
• Working with colleagues on joint projects.

Skills

Collaborative working

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Education

PhD (or equivalent) in physics, engineering, chemistry or applied mathematics

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Post-doctoral Research Associate. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to research on the mechanics of floating structures. The role will focus on building mathematical models of fluid-structure interactions, developing new experimental activities and analysing data, and will take place within a dynamic and inclusive research environment.

You will be responsible for

• Performing experiments on floating structures.
• Acquiring & analysing experimental data and interpreting findings.
• Using mathematical techniques to model fluid-structure interactions.
• Writing up research work for publication.
• Working with colleagues on joint projects

About You

We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You should demonstrate:

Essential Criteria

• Hold or be about to obtain a PhD (or equivalent) in physics, engineering, chemistry or applied mathematics.
• Strong problem-solving skills, and eagerness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a group and, also, to work independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Desirable Criteria

• Demonstrable experience researching fluid-structure interactions.
• Demonstrable experience in mechanical modelling.
• Demonstrable experience performing experiments on soft and/or slender structures.
• Analytical understanding of elastic buckling (in)stabilities.

We value transferable skills and real-world experience as much as formal qualifications.

Our benefits include:

• Generous employer contribution pension
• 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
• Ride to work and EV car scheme available

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