Research Associate

This post is full-time (35 hours per week), with funding available until 25^th June 2027.

The University are seeking a Research Associate who will make a leading contribution to the project “Induction Melt Incremental Thermoforming of Advanced Thermoplastic Composites” working in the Composites Group (www.harrison-composites-group.com) within the Materials and Manufacturing Cluster (www.materials-glasgow.org).

In this role, the successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project/disciplinary area as opportunities allow. As part of the research team, you will carry out specialist lab work and other tasks relating to design, CAD, FEA simulations, contributing directly to the delivery of the EPSRC-funded research project in partnership with the Light-Weight Manufacturing Centre.

This position is suitable for a mechanical engineer interested in design, manufacture and modelling. The idea is to develop a press-forming system integrating diaphragm forming and press forming of advanced composite materials. The project will require design and manufacture of a multi-step forming process, modelling of the process and experimental investigation and validation. Required skills include CAD, FEA and image analysis. Desirable knowledge includes composite manufacturing and robotic control. As well as assisting with lab work, simulations, results measurement, and data-driven evaluation, the postholder will be expected to contribute to project meetings, project reports, publications, and dissemination activities. They will show strong independent planning, research, and analysis skills, working well under supervision when necessary. The project sits at the intersections of design, manufacturing, composite materials and finite element modelling, an interest in those areas is required.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr. Philip Harrison at Philip.Harrison@glasgow.ac.uk

For more information and to apply online: www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/research-associate-5984357?source=gla.ac.uk

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