Research Fellow in Rail Vehicle Dynamics (x2 posts)

School of Computing & Engineering
£39,460 - £44,274 per annum
Indefinite
37 hours per week

The University of Huddersfield’s Institute of Railway Research (IRR) provides specialist research and consultancy to UK and international clients. Our team consists of specialist railway engineers and researchers, many of whom have extensive industry or rail research experience. We work across all sectors of the industry from heavy to light rail and from infrastructure to vehicle engineering. Our work encompasses major research projects which shape the future of the industry at national or European level and sector specific research & development (R&D) or consultancy which helps our clients make strategic or tactical decisions.

We have an exciting opportunity for you join our rail vehicle dynamics / wheel-rail interface engineering team as a Research Fellow.

You will bring your knowledge and experience in mathematical modelling and simulation of mechanical engineering systems, ideally in a railway or related environment together with the adaptability to apply your knowledge and experience to a variety of practical engineering problems. With a Doctoral qualification in a relevant area, you will have a track record of delivering key aspects of R&D projects in relevant areas, together with excellent communication skills to help you present your work to a range of stakeholders.

As a member of the IRR team, you will have access to over £15m of advanced full-scale test facilities and will contribute to the development of these. Further information can be found at: http://www.hud.ac.uk/irr 

The University is deeply committed to equality and diversity for all its students and staff.  We seek to be diverse and inclusive, supporting individuals and groups to fulfil their potential and nurture a sense of belonging. We strive to be an accessible, inclusive employer, removing barriers for all. Find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including our commitments and accreditations as a Disability Confident Employer, Stonewall Gold Award holder and Top 100 Employer, Athena SWAN Bronze Award holder and Race Equality Charter Bronze Award holder on our website.

Informal enquiries are welcome to Professor Paul Allen, Director of the IRR, via email: p.d.allen@hud.ac.uk

For further details about this post and to make an application, please visit our website.

Closing date: 24 February 2025

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