Research Fellow in Hydrogen Releases Quantification

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Mechanical Engineering Sciences
Location:  Guildford
Salary:  £36,024 to £44,263 per annum depending on experience
Fixed Term Contract until 31/12/2026
Post Type:  Full Time
Closing Date:  23.59 hours BST on Monday 08 April 2024
Interview Date:  Monday 22 April 2024
Reference:  012124

The Fire and Explosion Modelling (FMEG) group in the School of Mechanical Engineering Sciences is seeking a Research Fellow to work on pan European project NHyRA “PRE-NORMATIVE RESEARCH ON HYDROGEN RELEASES ASSESSMENT”. Funded by Horizon Europe, NHyRA aims to develop methodologies to quantify potential anthropogenic hydrogen releases along the entire hydrogen value chain. The results will inform the assessment the impact of anthropogenic hydrogen releases on climate, which is the aim of another EU project. 

About the role

New or adequately adapted experimental, theoretical, and simulation methodologies will be validated in NHyRA to perform laboratory or in-field measurements to achieve the project goal. The Research Fellow will work under the supervision of the Surrey PI, Professor Jennifer Wen, to deliver Surry’s contribution to the project. The researcher will conduct CFD simulations to validate the measurement/analysis methods of the partners and estimate anthropogenic hydrogen emissions that cannot be directly measured. He/she will also need to develop efficient methods to evaluate the overall H2 emission rates from measurements and analysis conducted by other partners.  

This is a full-time post, which should start as soon as possible but with a fixed end date of 31 December 2026. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Prof. Jennifer Wen; [email protected] Information about research activities at FMEG can be found at   https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fire-and-explosion-modelling-group

About you

We are looking for a researcher with a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline (although individuals who have almost completed a doctoral degree may be appointed).  Experience in CFD simulations for both non-reactive and reactive flows will be essential. Candidates with experience of OpenFOAM will be preferable.

About us

The School of Mechanical Engineering Sciences is part of the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. The Department, and its degree programmes, are rated in the top 10 in the UK league tables and top 100 in the Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects. The overarching research drivers are centred around resilience, green living and living well with its highly rated research carried out in four Centres: Aerodynamics & Environmental Flow (A&EF), Automotive Engineering, Biomedical Engineering and Engineering Materials.

Benefits

In addition to salary the successful post holder will receive a generous annual leave entitlement, excellent development opportunities and access to childcare assistance. Some flexible home working is supported but attendance at our campus in Guildford will be necessary some of the time.

Further information about the University and the School of Mechanical Engineering Sciences can be found at https://www.surrey.ac.uk/school-mechanical-engineering-sciences .

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To apply

Please complete the application form evidencing your experience against the essential criteria required for the role and attach your CV.

Interview Date  

Scheduled for 22nd April 2024

Please note, it is University Policy to offer a starting salary equivalent to Level 3.6 (£34,980) to successful applicants who have been awarded, but are yet to receive, their PhD certificate.  Once the original PhD certificate has been submitted to the local HR Department, the salary will be increased to Level 4.1 (£36,024).