Research Associate

3 weeks ago


Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff University Full time

**Advert**

**Research Associate**

**Cardiff School of Engineering**- Dielectric testing of gases, ageing of gases, their arcing by-products and interaction with other materials, and practice and legislation for using gases in GIS.

The post holder will contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out research leading to the publishing of high-quality research. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.
- This post is full time 35 hours per week, available from 1 March 2023 for a fixed term period of 22 months from the date of commencement.**Salary**: £35,333 - £42,155 per annum (Grade 6). It is anticipated an appointment will not be made above £35,333 per annum, point 30.
- Job ref: 16233BR- **Date advert posted: Tuesday, 7 March 2023**

**Closing date: Friday, 24 March 2023**

**Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at**:Responsible research assessment - Research - Cardiff University

**Research**
- To conduct innovative research in the field of alternative insulation gases to replace SF6 and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students.
- To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals
- To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required
- To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project, regular meetings with our industrial partner and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting of research milestones.
- To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field.
- To participate in School research activities.
- To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects.

**Other**
- To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.
- To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to enhance performance.
- To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world.
- Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

**Person Specification**

**Essential Criteria**

**Qualifications and Education**Knowledge, Skills and Experience**

2. An established experience and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience in at least two of the following research fields:

- i. Characterisation of insulation gases and their handling
- ii. Legislation and working practices in high voltage electrical systems.
- iii. High voltage and high current testing and or condition monitoring techniques
- 3. Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field
- 4. Proven ability to publish in national/international journals, national/international conferences and/or other research outputs.-
**Communication and Team Working**

6. Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication
- 7. Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals.**Other**

8. Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work.
- 9. Proven ability to work without close supervision.

**Additional Information**

**IMPORTANT: Evidencing Criteria**
- **16233BR.**

**Salary Range Min.**
- 35,333

**Salary Range Max.**
- 42,155

**Job Category**
- Academic - Research

**Grade**
- Grade 6


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