Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Aerospace and Turbine Cooling

We are seeking a part-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Aerospace and Turbine Cooling at the Department of Engineering Science, Oxford Thermofluids Institute.  The post is funded for a 6-month fixed-term.

You will be actively involved in the developing and running of experimental facilities at the Oxford Thermofluids Institute and performing high fidelity computational simulations to corroborate experimental findings and propose other configurations not experimental investigated.

You should possess a PhD or DPhil (or be near completion of) in the field of engineering, physics or applied mathematics together with relevant experience in the field of thermofluids. You should also have excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication. Candidates will be considered with strong potential and commitment who are seeking an opportunity for early research experience, for which an initial appointment would be at Grade 6 with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at interview/appointment where appropriate.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Peter Ireland (email: [email protected] )  

For more information about working at the Department, see www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/

Only online applications received before midday on 17 April 2024 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, including a brief statement of research interests (describing how past experience and future plans fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.