Research Fellow in Mechanical or Energy Engineering
£34,980, rising annually to £38,205
Full Time, Fixed Term - Researcher
The School of Architecture in the Faculty of Technology, Design and
Environment is looking to recruit a Research Fellow in Mechanical or Energy
Engineering.
As one of the largest employers in Oxford we pride ourselves in the great
experience we offer our staff. You'll be joining a friendly, professional
environment where every member of staff is recognised as important to the
success of Oxford Brookes University. To find out more about the benefits of
working for Oxford Brookes please visit: www. brookes.ac.uk/job-
vacancies/working-at-brookes.
You will be responsible for:
Work closely with the Architectural Engineering Research Group at OBU and
the Technical Manager Product Development at Tata Steel UK to provide
high-level research support
Coordinate the planning, design, construction, setup, testing and
breakdown of all research projects and testing needs as well as
interpretation and outcomes of research & testing
To deliver outcomes by, contributing towards the creation of reports and
presentations to industry partners, funders and customers
Responsible for writing papers for publication and attend meetings and/or
conferences
Assist in the writing and presentation of funding applications
Develop collaborative research with other individuals and groups in the
School, University or externally as appropriate to the needs of the
overall research programme
Undertake specialist lectures/seminars
Timely completion of work, reporting and analysing of results to agreed
development plans
Contribute to the supervision of PhD students if necessary
Any other duties as required by the line manager/mentor within expectation
of the appointed grade.
You should have:
A PhD in Mechanical or Energy Engineering or other relevant subject area
Prior working experience in Mechanical, energy, or other engineering
related research or consultancy
Knowledge and experience of testing environments and monitoring devices in
an engineering context
Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning techniques
Proficiency with Matlab and Arduino or similar programming languages such
C/C++, Python, and JavaScript
Understanding of integrated systems
Ability to organise and to meet deadlines
A commitment to research and the customer benefit & value that can be
demonstrated as a result
Self-motivation and be resourceful and have the ability to work
independently and as part of a team
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate
effectively orally and in writing
Ability to make operational decisions relating to own research projects
Experience in using specialist knowledge of research area to devise
solutions to unpredictable and unexpected research outcomes
Appropriate strategies for tackling different types of problems involving
a synthesis of prior subject knowledge
General sensitivity when dealing with confidential and data protection
issues
Experience as an independent researcher or post-doctoral researcher with
at least one high quality publication as evidence of research excellence.
This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored Skilled
Worker visa under the points-based immigration system, and will be dependent
on the candidate meeting one of the criteria to rely on tradeable points.
At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take
positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and
provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the
widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified
candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview any disabled
applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.
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Closing Date : 27-May-2024 Vacancy ID : 164364
Faculty or Directorate : Faculty of Technology, Design and Environment
Location : Gipsy Lane Site, Headington Campus
For more information : [email protected] Posted on :
04-Apr-2024