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Research Associate in Hydrogen Combustor Development for Sustainable Aviation

Publicerad 2024-11-15

Job Title: Research Associate in Hydrogen Combustor Development for Sustainable AviationJob Reference: REQ241020Date Posted: Tue, 5 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMTApplication Closing Date: Sun, 15 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTLocation: LoughboroughPackage: Specialist and Supporting Academic grade 6 from £34866 to £45163 per annum. Subject to annual pay award.

Full time and Fixed term for 20 months.

Interested in Sustainable Aviation? Interested in hydrogen combustion?

 

Then we have an exciting opportunity to join a world leading research team focused on transforming aviation towards a sustainable and climate neutral future.

 

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:

The National Centre for Combustion and Aerothermal Technology (NCCAT) is looking for post-doctoral researchers with experience of combusting computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to support the design and development of new hydrogen combustion systems.

 

  • The project aims to investigate several key areas such as:
  • Establishing a robust numerical methodology,
  • Developing and numerically analysing candidate designs,
  • Providing assistance prior to and during testing in our reacting flow facilities.

 

Key Requirements:

  • Experience of advanced numerical methods up to PhD level.
  • Experience of, for example, use of large eddy simulations, solving of chemistry using an FGM approach.

 

We will also be assessing combustion performance on our test facilities so there will be opportunities for gaining experience in experimental methods. Any prior knowledge in this area (although not essential) would be advantageous.

 

This is a great opportunity to join a work leading research team focused on transforming aviation towards a sustainable and climate neutral future.

 

Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Duncan Walker, via email to

 

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

 

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process.

 

Closing Date: 15/12/2024

 

Interview Date: To be confirmed

 

Our Benefits*

 

  • Generous annual leave allowance up to* 44 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days)
  • Competitive pension schemes
  • A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits including childcare vouchers; on-site university nursery (with salary sacrifice scheme); and holiday play schemes.
  • We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies.
  • BUPA Cash Plan (100 scheme)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Season ticker loan scheme
  • On campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles
  • Fantastic range of sports facilities and preferential membership packages available
  • Fantastic CPD, Linkedin learning and inclusive resources for development

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