Postdoctoral Research Associate in Space Reactor Fuel Development

Applications are invited for a temporary 12-month, full time Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) in Space Reactor Fuel Development working in the School of Computer Science and Engineering's Nuclear Futures Institute, working with Rolls-Royce and the UK Space Agency.

Duties will include developing novel material manufacturing processes based on chemical vapour deposition methods for materials to be used within a power generating space micro-reactor. In addition to the manufacture aspect of the project, non-destructive testing analysis of the material forms produced will be assessed. The duties will also include dissemination of information and the attendance of regular meetings with key stakeholders.

Candidates will have a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or a similar engineering discipline (or be close to completion) or possess equivalent experience relevant to the role and have previous experience in manufacturing of materials, ideally nuclear fuels but not limited to those with nuclear experience.

Candidates will have experimental experience in material manufacture, particularly related to composite ceramic/metallic (CERMET) materials.  Applicants with experience using advanced deposition methods (including vapour deposition) will be looked upon favourably but training may be provided for those who do not possess the expertise. Similarly, training can be provided to those who do not have experience working with uranic materials in a research capacity.

The successful candidate will be expected to commence as soon as possible.

This role will be located on campus at Bangor. Through our Dynamic Working framework, there will also be the option to spend some time working remotely (although remaining in the UK) to support work life balance, which will be discussed further with candidates at interview.

Applications will also be considered to carry out this role on a part-time or job share basis.

Applications will only be accepted via our on-line recruitment website, jobs.bangor.ac.uk via the above ‘Apply’ button.. However, in cases of access issues due to disability, paper application forms are available by telephoning 01248 383865.

Closing date for applications: 2^nd September 2024

Informal enquiries can be made by contacting: Prof Simon Middleburgh, s.middleburgh@bangor.ac.uk

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