Job reference
P92586
Date posted
19/04/2024
Application closing date
28/04/2024
Location
Exeter
Salary
The starting salary will be from £49,794 on Grade G, depending on qualifications and experience.
Package
Generous holiday allowances, flexible working, pension scheme and relocation package (if applicable).
Contractual hours
36.5
Basis
Full-time
Job category/type
Research
Attachments
P92586 JD.pdf
Job description
Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy
INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY
The above full time post is available immediately, on a fixed term basis, for an initial period of 12 months in the Centre for Metamaterial Research and Innovation.
The post
The Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy wishes to recruit a Senior Industrial Research Fellow to develop and lead a programme of industry-funded research with potential for high impact. This QinetiQ-funded post within the within the Centre for Metamaterial Research and Innovation (www. metamaterial.center) is available immediately.
The post-holder be required to undertake fundamental and applied physics research in the field of electromagnetic materials, and to develop and lead new proposals for funding, to explore the control of electromagnetic scattering across a wide range of frequencies, from 100s of MHz through to 100s of GHz. A combination of analytical, numerical modelling and experimental techniques will be developed and used as part of this work.
The research topics will evolve during the funded term, reflecting the priority needs of QinetiQ. This programme is expected to run for at least 1 year and a successful outcome will see publications in high-impact journals (after due clearance agreed) and follow-on funding. The role-holder will be required to report regularly to QinetiQ, and will be supported by their Exeter academic- and QinetiQ industry-lead.
About you
The successful applicant will possess a relevant PhD or equivalent qualification/experience in electromagnetic materials and/or metamaterials, and will be a nationally recognised authority in this field. They will have a long and successful track record of expertise in numerical modelling and experimental characterisation techniques, and thorough understanding of the scientific literature related to electromagnetic properties of materials and devices; the design and optimisation of electromagnetic metamaterials; structural scattering mechanisms; and techniques for controlling the propagation of electromagnetic waves
In addition, the successful applicant will provide academic leadership to research teams, lead and develop internal and external networks and develop links with external contacts in order to foster collaboration, and develop valuable impact for REF. They will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies. In particular, they will have experience of contribution to proposals for funding from non-UKRI sources (e.g. direct from industry, DASA etc), as well as with undertaking contract research and consultancy with industry and government.
Applicants will be able to contribute to the development of research strategies; participate in the overall management of the Centre for Metamaterial Research and Innovation, in areas such as strategic planning, budget management and business planning; plan and deliver research, consultancy or similar programmes and actively seek and secure research funding.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.
What we can offer you
Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career
A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy
A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon.
The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.
Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world's most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).
We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.
Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.
With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.
We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.
Further information
For further information please contact Professor Alastair Hibbins, e-mail [email protected] or telephone (01392) 722100.