Research Associate - Green Hydrogen LoCEL H2 Project

Wolfson School of Mechanical Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

Full Time, Fixed Term for 18 months

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled research associate to work on the LoCEL-H2 project at Loughborough University. The project is a 4-year initiative funded by the EU Horizon program, aimed at developing prosumer micro-grids in Africa including green hydrogen. The successful candidate will be supporting the designing and implementation of experiments, prototyping cells, design test rigs, and to support the development of hydrogen delivery and storage systems. Based in the Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering (Wolfson), the post-holder will work closely with the full project team.

Key Requirements:

·        You’ll have research experience in a field such as chemistry, chemical engineering or mechanical or electrical engineering.

·       Previous experience of working within a Laboratory environment that deals with hazardous substances (either in industry or University).

·        Proven ability to conduct experiments and compile research reports.

·        Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·        Have a degree in a related subject or equivalent experience.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Dani Strickland, via email to [email protected]

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing Date:  20 February 2024

Interview Date: TBC

Our Benefits

• Generous annual leave allowance up to* 44 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days)
• Competitive pension schemes
• A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits including childcare vouchers; on-site university nursery (with salary sacrifice scheme); and holiday play schemes.
• We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies.
• BUPA Cash Plan (100 scheme)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Season ticker loan scheme
• On campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles
• Fantastic range of sports facilities and preferential membership packages available
• Fantastic CPD, Linkedin learning and inclusive resources for development

Visa Sponsorship:
For candidates who would require sponsorship to work in the UK to achieve sufficient points under the Points Based Immigration System, it is likely that you will either need to:

• Have completed a PhD in a subject relevant to the job.
OR
• Qualify as a “new entrant”. For more information on this please see paragraphs SW 12.1 - SW 12.7 of the Immigration Rules Appendix Skilled Worker.