Research Assistant

4 weeks ago

Devon, United Kingdom University of Plymouth Full time

To undertake research in line with University of Plymouth’s strategy in the sectors of renewable energy utilization and decarbonization technologies, we are currently looking to recruit motivated individual for a research assistant role (part time- fixed term contract) in the project “An Integrated Photovoltaic Thermal Smart Energy Station”. The project presents a novel energy station module integrated within a building to address climate change and increase of greenhouse gas emissions. The energy station includes solar photovoltaic panels act as electrical and thermal sources along with phase change materials as thermal energy storage and supervisory management system to autonomously control and monitor the whole station’s parameters.

As a member of the team, you are responsible for the delivery of research support to the project, undertaking basic research, including literature and database searches and developing the anticipated integrated energy station module under the guidance and supervision of Dr Tamer Kamel.

You must meet with the following essential criteria:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, robotics, or a related field
  • Strong skills in programming, embedded systems, and problem-solving
  • Working both independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent Presentation skills

The following desirable criteria would be advantageous:

  • Master’s degree in electrical engineering, robotics, or a related field
  • Knowledge of designing research materials, conducting research and analysing mixed methods data
  • Ability to analyse and interpret the results of own research and to generate original ideas
  • Putting research grant applications together

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. Tamer Kamel: by email at tamer.kamel@plymouth.ac.uk

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday 15 July 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

This is a part-time position, actual hours are to be confirmed, on a fixed-term basis until Thursday 31 July 2025 due to Funding.

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.

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

Closing date:  12 midnight, Thursday 27 June 2024

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+

£28,759 to £32,982. Grade 5, pro rata per annum

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