Research Associate in Acoustic Processing of Materials - Multiphysics Modelling

Full or Part Time and On-campus or Remotely (we encourage candidates to express their preference at the time of application)

• Fixed term for 12 months, extendable pending success of trial research period.
• Full or part time is acceptable.

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

We are looking for an enthusiastic scientist, Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineer with experience in Multiphysics modelling. Experience with multi-physics modelling systems is essential and experience with COMSOL is desirable. The project involves the simulation, design and digital validation of experimental rigs used for the processing of materials with ultrasound energy and potentially other energy vectors (heat, EM fields etc.), thereby utilizing in concert such modelling vectors as thermal, acoustic, EM and reaction solvers. Some specialisation in vibration, acoustics/ultrasonics is desirable.

Candidates are expected to have previous experience in designing small-scale experimental rigs in a laboratory setting.

Key Requirements:

The candidate needs to have extensive experience in:

• deriving protocols for digital design and simulation;
• designing and creating simulations with multiple coupled physics/chemistry vectors (such as acoustics, thermal, reaction kinetics etc.);
• creating simulations for digital (in silico) validation of experimental results;
• experience of utilising a modelling framework such as COMSOL
• gathering simulation results and presenting data as part of regular reviews;
• demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Informal enquiries should be directed to Prof Paul P Conway, by email at p.p.conway@lboro.ac.uk or by telephone on +44 (0) 1509 227 505

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

Closing Date: 23 October 2025

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 ticket loan scheme
• On campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles
• Fantastic range of sports facilities and preferential membership packages available

Loughborough University is committed to achieving equality and valuing diversity in all aspects of employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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