Research Associate for Control and Co-design of Wave Energy Converter Systems

Contract Duration: 12 months

School/Directorate: School of Engineering

The University of Manchester has a strong history of research into offshore renewable energy with leading international activity. We are here concerned with control and co-design of large capacity wave energy converters with multiple floats and multiple power take-off systems. This is a multi-disciplinary project involving hydrodynamics, control, co-design, optimisation, wave prediction, and hardware-in-the-loop testing experiments. This 12-month component addresses the co-design and real-time control experiments. The PDRA will be expected to work collaboratively with other team members and partners.

This collaborative project is funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council and led by the University of Manchester.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated research associate looking for a challenging opportunity in control and co-design of wave energy converters, who can communicate and work collaboratively with the academic partners in the consortium. The applicant will have a PhD in a relevant degree and/or relevant equivalent experience. Relevant theoretical and practical experience of modelling and controller design, co-design and optimisation will be essential.

The University of Manchester values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The School is committed to Athena SWAN principles to promote women in science.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.        

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Guang Li

Email: guang.li@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 20/01/2025

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