Research Assistant/Research Fellow - 15696

Position Title: Research Assistant/Research Fellow - 15696 

Department/College: College of Engineering Design and Physical Sciences/Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering 

Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus 

Salary: 

Research Assistant: Grade R1 from £35,490 to £37,488 per annum inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £38,532 per annum inclusive of London Weighting through sustained exceptional contribution. (Pro-rata for Part-time) 

Research Fellow: Grade R1 from £39,607 to £44,240 per annum inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £46,771 per annum inclusive of London Weighting through sustained exceptional contribution. (Pro-rata for Part-time) 

Hours: Full-time 

Contract Type: Fixed-term contract for 12 months 

Brunel University London (BUL) in West London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits. BUL is a dynamic institution with over 12,500 students and over 1,300 academic staff operating in a vibrant culture of research excellence.  With a turnover of more than £200 million, the University is a Higher Education and research establishment with considerable intellectual, financial and social resources and makes a major contribution to the economy and community of the West London region. It also plays a significant role in the higher education scene nationally and has numerous national and international links and partnerships with both academia and industry. For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home 

The primary focus of the work of the successful applicant will involve creating a new dynamic model for predicting future sustainability of a recently designed solar thermal technology. The individual will receive a dataset derived from an analysis of the environmental, economic and social aspects of the solar thermal system. The appointee will be expected to have a good knowledge in Python, COMSOL or equivalent. Understanding of solar thermal technologies and Experience in Life Cycle Assessment will be considered as an advantage. 

The successful candidate will hold either a BEng/MEng/MSc or a PhD in a relevant area in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or similar Engineering related disciplines. 

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach. 

For further information, please contact Dr Valentina Stojceska on valentina.stojceska@brunel.ac.uk 

Closing date for applications: 23 May 2024 

For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk 

If you have any technical issues please contact us at: hrsystems@brunel.ac.uk 

Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.