Postdoctoral Research Associate

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in Applied and Computational Mathematics, with a particular emphasis on Numerical Methods and Fluid Dynamics. This three-year research position is funded by the EPSRC (see more here) and focuses on computing Lagrangian means in multi-scale fluids. The numerical and theoretical tools developed in this project will have applications in wave-mean-flow interactions in the ocean and atmosphere, as well as turbulence modelling in various branches of fluid dynamics.

The project is led by Dr. Hossein Kafiabad at Durham University and involves close collaboration with Prof. Jacques Vanneste and his research group at the University of Edinburgh, and Dr. Chris Wilson at the National Oceanography Centre. The research involves developing theories and numerical algorithms, implementing them in computer code, and exploring their applications in geophysical fluids and wind energy. There is potential for hybrid working arrangements to suit the prospective candidate.

Key responsibilities:

• To understand and convey material of a specialist or highly technical nature to the team or group of people through presentations and discussions that leads to the presentation of research papers in conferences and publications.
• To prepare and deliver presentations on research outputs/activities to audiences which may include: research sponsors, academic and non-academic audiences.
• To publish high quality outputs, including papers for submission to peer reviewed journals and papers for presentation at conferences and workshops under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder.
• To assist with the development of research objectives and proposals.
• To conduct individual and collaborative research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder.
• To work with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and other colleagues in the research group, as appropriate, to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio.
• To deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines by discussing with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and offering creative or innovative solutions.
• To liaise with research colleagues and make internal and external contacts to develop knowledge and understanding to form relationships for future research collaboration.
• To plan and manage own research activity, research resources in collaboration with others and contribute to the planning of research projects.
• To deliver training in research techniques/approaches to peers, visitors and students as appropriate.
• To contribute to fostering a collegial and respectful working environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect.
• To engage in wider citizenship to support the department and wider discipline.

This post is fixed term for 36 months  – the funding is available from 01/08/24 for this fixed period only; the project is time limited and will end on 31/07/27

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