Research Fellow in Mechanical Engineering

Are you an experienced Researcher with specialist skills in graphene and related materials looking for an opportunity to join the UK's first modern research-intensive University?

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Research Fellow for a 24-month fixed-term position to contribute to three Horizon Europe projects: GIANCE, ZEvRA, and BIOntier. Working under the direction of Professor Ahmed Elmarakbi, you will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary, collaborative EU-wide research team.

Your role will focus on the design and development of advanced composites, including both conventional materials and bio-based/graphene-related (GRM) composites. Key areas of responsibility include circular design, multi-parameter optimisation, modelling and numerical simulations, as well as conducting life cycle assessments (LCA) and life cycle costing (LCC).

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated researcher eager to work on innovative, cross-sectoral projects addressing next-generation sustainable materials and technologies within the European research landscape

For further information, please see the role description.

About the team

This Research Project is being delivered within the Department of Mechanical and Construction Engineering

Mechanical and Construction Engineering at Northumbria University encompasses all of our work in Mechanical, Civil, Automotive, Construction and Architectural Engineering, as well as project management.

About you

Applicants should hold a PhD (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Materials Science or any relevant discipline and have demonstrable specialist expert knowledge in bio-based and GRM design and development, circular design and multi- parameter optimisation, modelling and numerical simulations, as well as LCA and LCC.

Further information about the requirements of the role is available in the person specification.   

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ahmed Elmarakbi, Professor in Mechanical Engineering, at ahmed.elmarakbi@northumbria.ac.uk

To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now'. Your application should include a covering letter and a CV, including a full list of publications and 3 references.

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