Research Fellow on Alternative Fuels and Marine Engine Retrofitting

TN United Kingdom; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in Liverpool is seeking a Research Fellow to join a world-leading team focused on marine alternative fuels and propulsion systems. This prestigious role offers the chance to contribute to a groundbreaking EU project aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from existing vessels. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD in relevant fields and expertise in marine power systems, risk assessment, and decarbonisation strategies. Join a collaborative environment dedicated to innovation and sustainability, where your contributions will help shape the future of marine engineering.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Pension scheme

Induction and development support

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Expertise in marine power and propulsion systems.
• Ability to develop research networks and seek funding opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Work on EU-funded project for marine alternative fuels.
• Develop energy-saving solutions for retrofitting vessels.

Skills

Marine Power Systems

Alternative Fuels

Internal Combustion Engines

Risk and Safety Assessment

Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Modelling

Ship Energy Management Systems

Marine Industry Decarbonisation

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Offshore Engineering

PhD in Marine Engineering

PhD in Naval Architecture

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Research Fellow on Alternative Fuels and Marine Engine Retrofitting, Liverpool

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Client:

Liverpool John Moores University

Location:

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

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. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

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 PDRA with expertise in marine power, propulsion systems, and alternative fuels. The candidate should hold a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Offshore Engineering, or, ideally, Marine Engineering or Naval Architecture.

This is a unique and prestigious opportunity to work with a world-leading research team on marine alternative fuels. You will be part of the EU Horizon-funded project “Retrofit Solutions to Achieve 55% GHG Reduction By 2030”, a cutting-edge initiative aimed at developing a combination of energy-saving solutions for retrofitting, with a focus on achieving 35% of GHG emissions from existing vessels.

The successful applicant must have expertise in all or some of the following areas: internal combustion engines, marine alternative fuels, risk and safety assessment, multi-criteria decision-making modelling, ship energy management systems, and marine industry decarbonisation. In addition, the successful applicant must be capable of developing and maintaining research networks with existing and potential partners. You will be encouraged to seek out and create opportunities and proposals for future external funding.

This position will be offered on a fixed-term contract for 1.5 years, with an expected start date as soon as possible. The project leader, Dr Eddie Blanco-Davis, can be contacted for informal enquiries at[emailprotected] .

The department is firmly 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 encourage applications from women for this post, and all appointments will be made on merit, ensuring a fair and inclusive selection process.

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.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.

Please note all of our vacancies will beclosed 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).