Research Associate - Computational Biomechanics for Pregnancy

University of Nottingham School of Humanities; University Park (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nottingham invites applications for a full-time researcher in computational fluid mechanics and finite element methods. You will develop a biophysical computational model of placental blood flow and biomechanics, collaborating with Mathematics, Computer Science, and health sciences teams on a Wellcome Trust project.

The role requires a PhD in mathematics or a closely related field, expertise in FE methods and solid/fluid mechanics, and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• A PhD or near to completion of a PhD in mathematics.
• Expert knowledge of finite element methods, solid and fluid mechanics and software development.
• Background knowledge in poroelasticity, mathematical biology, mesh generation from experimental data.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
• Networking, actively engaging with and valuing other areas and diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Undertake original research of international excellence.
• Develop research objectives and proposals for own and/or collaborative research area.
• Prepare papers for publication in leading journals and/or contribute to the dissemination at national/international conferences, workshops and meetings resulting in successful research outputs.
• Identify opportunities and assist in writing bids for research grant applications. Prepare proposals and applications to both external and/or internal bodies for funding, contractual or accreditation purposes.

Skills

Finite element methods

Fluid mechanics

Solid mechanics

Software development

Education

PhD in mathematics

Job description

The University of Nottingham invites applications for a full-time researcher in computational fluid mechanics and finite element methods. You will develop a biophysical computational model of placental blood flow and biomechanics, collaborating with Mathematics, Computer Science, and health sciences teams on a Wellcome Trust project.

The role requires a PhD in mathematics or a closely related field, expertise in FE methods and solid/fluid mechanics, and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary