Maritime Simulation FLOW Research Fellow

This role is part of the Good Growth Entrepreneurial Futures project, funded through the Cornwall & Isles of Scilly (IoS) Good Growth Fund.  The Good Growth Entrepreneurial Futures project brings together HE and FE in Cornwall to work with businesses to deliver an extensive programme of R&D led growth activities to drive productivity increases in the region. As a partnership, we will deliver a programme that builds on existing knowledge and facilities whilst also developing new assets and expertise. The programme will deliver across the whole entrepreneurial ecosystem from working with those business with high growth potential to understanding socioeconomic barriers preventing some of our more marginalised communities from engaging.

The University of Plymouth is delivering research led growth projects for clean energy, net-zero, agri food, immersive technologies and coastal communities. This post is delivering within the clean energy aspect of Good Growth Entrepreneurial Futures for the University of Plymouth.

You will undertake research and innovation activities in line with University strategy and carry out leadership, management and engagement activities relating to the above project.

You will join the University of Plymouth’s Maritime Simulation Laboratory and support the provision of outstanding research and knowledge transfer regarding development of digital technologies and simulation to accelerate experimentation and research in the field of Maritime Technology and Operations, with focus on realizing impact in the areas of Decarbonisation and Clean Maritime, Offshore Renewable Energy, Marine Autonomy, and Operational optimization.

The successful candidate may be required to obtain an ATAS Certificate prior to this research being undertaken.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr. Adan Lopez-Santander by email at [email protected]  

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday 26th February 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis until 31st March 2025, subject to funding confirmation.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our three strategic Research Institutes; the Marine Institute, the Sustainable Earth Institute, and the Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.

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