Research Associate (743531)

Contract type: Fixed term (14 months)

Closing date: 03/06/2026

The Applied Superconductivity Laboratory (https://cryogenicpropulsion.com/) is seeking a research associate to work on high temperature superconducting windings for electrical machine applications. The post will focus on both the simulation and experimental measurements of high temperature superconducting machine windings. The post holder will be expected to conduct cutting edge simulation and experiment to design superconducting machine for aviation applications.  The project will be in collaboration with Airbus, so it offers exciting opportunities for the researcher to be engaged directly with industry,

The research associate will be part of the Institute for Energy and Environment (InstEE) at the University of Strathclyde which has established an international reputation in electrical power engineering research (https://www.strath.ac.uk/research/subjects/electronicelectricalengineering/instituteforenergyenvironment/) It operates within the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, and hosts over 270 researchers in state-of-the-art facilities.

To be considered for the role, you will be educated to a minimum of PhD level in high temperature superconductors and will have sufficient breadth and depth of knowledge of research relevant to electrical machines and an ability to conduct individual research work, to disseminate results and to prepare research proposals.

Whilst not essential for the role, applications are welcomed from candidates with: relevant work experience, membership of relevant Chartered/professional bodies (including the Higher Education Academy), experience of relevant student supervision and teaching activities, and/or experience of knowledge exchange related activities.

Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Min Zhang, Professor (min.zhang@strath.ac.uk).

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