Post Graduate Research Assistant (PGRA) ECORES WIND Horizon Project

This is a full time, fixed term externally funded post for a period of 14 months from the start date.

Overall purpose of post: To build and populate LCA models of wind energy systems involving wind turbines under a range of alternative scenarios specifically to do with End-of-Life (EoL) management, reuse and recycling.

The post holder will also be required to carry out extensive literature searches to inform the model and identify key model parameters, and he/she will be expected to contribute to the dissemination of the project results via peer reviewed Journal Papers and/or Conference Proceedings.

You will be responsible for:

• Liaising with other ECORES-WIND project partners, both in academia and the industry, and to enable quick and efficient sharing of information and modelling results within the project consortium.
• Carrying out an extensive literature review of previous LCAs of wind energy systems.
• Leading the development of a whole range of detailed LCA models of corresponding wind energy scenarios, considering the use of innovative recyclable resins, and associated EoL dismantling, reuse and recycling options.
• Carrying out a range of Sensitivity Analyses on the aforementioned LCA models (to be defined under supervisory guidance).
• Contributing to writing papers and assisting with the preparation thereof, for publication at the level of quality required for the Research Excellence Framework (REF).
• Participating in the annual Personal Development and Review process, and to actively contribute to the research culture of the Department.
• Carrying out any other duties as required by the line manager/mentor within expectation of the appointed grade.

You should have:

• An MSc or PhD degree or equivalent in materials science and engineering or another related scientific or engineering discipline, and should have a strong background in sustainability and Life Cycle Assessment.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Good communication skills and proficiency in written and spoken English are required.

Experience required for post: The work requires the PGRA to perform prospective Life Cycle Assessment scenarios for wind turbines made using recyclable resins as part of the Horizon Project “ECORES-WIND”, Grant Agreement No. 101148066, “Novel Circular Resin Development for wind blade composites”.

How to apply:

Complete the online application form, attach your CV and publications list and provide a personal statement which includes examples of how your skills and experience meet each of the selection criteria in the person specification, which are attached to the job description.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

Closing Date: 26-Oct-2025

Location: Headington Hill Site, Headington Campus

For more information: pdteam-recruitment@brookes.ac.uk

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