Research Assistant/associate in Experimental

3 weeks ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

A position exists, for a Research Assistant/Associate in the Department of Engineering, to work on experimental studies of dual-fuel combustion relevant to gas turbines.

The post holder will be located in Central Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK.

The key responsibilities and duties are to perform experimental research in lab-scale flames related to gas turbine combustion with laser-based diagnostics, analyse the results in the context of modern theories, present to sponsors and partners, and prepare publications.

Appointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD (or equivalent experience). Those who have submitted but not yet received their PhD will be appointed at Research Assistant level, which will be amended to Research Associate once the PhD has been awarded.

Salary Ranges:
Research Assistant: £27,929 - £32,348
Research Associate: £34,308 - £42,155

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 24 months in the first instance.

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