Research Assistant

2 weeks ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcastle University Full time

Salary:

Research Assistant:
£31,396 to £32,982 per annum

Research Associate:
£33,966 to £44,263 per annum

Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits.

We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.


Closing Date: 21 March 2024

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic individual with experience in testing and studying electrochemical system dynamics (e.g. Electrolysers) to join our group in studying dynamics of water electrolyser system integrated with floating wind.

Newcastle University is a world class research-intensive university. We play a leading role in economic, social, and cultural development of the Northeast of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.


The Electrochemical Engineering group at School of Engineering is recognised as world leading with expertise focusing on electrochemical energy conversion and storage.

Prof. Mohamed Mamlouk has a long track record and international standing in hydrogen research.

You'll collaborate closely with the Newcastle team on (electrocatalyst and electrode modelling) for the project, and work closely with the floating platform team at Strathclyde University.

You will be part of multiplanetary international teams of over 15 researchers with access to state-of-the-art facilities.

This position is available on a fixed-term contract basis for a duration of 36 months from the commencement date.

We are committed to building and maintaining a fair and inclusive working environment and we would be happy to discuss arrangements for flexible and/or blended working.


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Key Accountabilities
Design and build electrolyser test system including balance of plant and modify existing systems to study electrolyser system dynamics (motion and power) and integration with hydrogen storage
Manufacture membrane electrode assemblies for electrolysis cells
Able to assemble and test electrolyser stacks against various water feeds (pure water, saline water etc) and analyse product gas purity
Study system dynamic response and impact on performance from variation in input power dynamics (cold start, hot start, power ramp) and motion dynamics (Displacements, Velocities) to simulate integration with wind power on floating wind turbine platform
Analyse performance data and identify constrains and recommendations
Work closely with other researchers on the project within the group and consortium to share information and data to optimise and validate models to ensure high efficiency and performance of the overall integrated system
Support PhD and Master students during their research projects. Supervise and provide advice to junior staff and researchers on mathematical modelling practice
Produce regular reports and presentations on progress to the research project academic supervisors
Interacting with academic members and industrial members of the project partners, providing suitable paper, electronic and oral reporting

Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Experience of research in testing and studying electrochemical system dynamics
Experience in building or modifying electrolyser balance of plant or similar chemical plant systems
Experience in assembly and testing of electrolyser stacks or similar systems
High level of analytical and problem solving capacity
Ability to communicate complex information (verbally and written) with clarity and to encourage the commitment of others
Ability to design and prepare professional reports and present findings to industrial and academic project partners at conferences and project meetings and write high quality scientific publications
Ability and experience of supervision of junior staff, postgraduate and undergraduate research projects
Desirable
Experience in dynamics of electrolysers
Experience in system modelling
Experience in manufacturing electrolyser membrane electrode assemblies

Attributes and Behaviour
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Professional approach with a demonstrable commitment to dignity and respect in the workplace
Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the general public and external stakeholders and the ability to interact with people from different disciplines
Good project organizational skills and the ability to work to strict deadlines
Monitor and, where appropriate, manage research resources (e.g. time, finance, laboratory space, equipment, computing time) effectively
Ability to work in a diverse team but also independently. Contributing to the development of effective and mutually supportive working relationships and practices
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