Research Associate in Computational Fluid Dynamics

Location: Oxford Road

Contract Duration: 30 months

We seek to appoint a research associate in Computational Fluid Dynamics, as part of an Innovate UK project working on the development of multi-fidelity modelling of fatigue and wear in hydrogen engines. The current appointment is for an initial 30 months, thought there is likely to be an opportunity for extension.

The successful candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary team towards the aim of developing a digital tool for the design of key products in hydrogen fueled powertrains, enabling the prediction and mitigation of component failure when exposed to hydrogen operating environments. The multi-fidelity approach to be adopted seeks to combine predictions with different levels of accuracy into a reduced order model for the purpose of design exploration and evaluation.

The candidate should have knowledge and working experience of various approaches for the prediction of turbulence modelling & simulation, along with an interest to apply this expertise to complex industrial cases involving conjugate heat transfer and thermomechanical fatigue.

The successful candidate will have completed a PhD (or equivalent) in a related area and will have a strong teamwork mentality and a growth mindset. The selection committee will look for evidence of some or all of the following; significant programming experience, experience in the application of machine learning techniques to CFD, advanced data analysis skills and a track record of successful dissemination of their research via top journal papers and oral presentation at international conferences.

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: Prof Alistair Revell

Email:  Alistair.revell@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

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

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Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 05/02/2025

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