A position exists, for a Research Associate in the Department of Engineering, to work on research in the fields of techno-economic analysis of water treatment technologies.The post holder will be located in Central Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK.The key responsibilities and duties are:Assemble and harmonize data on alternative desalination treatment trains required for techno-economic analysisExplore system designs and related economic viability of alternative desalination treatment trainsAnalyze the energy, water and cost implications of alternative desalination technologiesContribute to research proposals and writing bids for research grantsWrite peer reviewed academic publications of the highest standards of significance and impactSupervise less experienced researchers and PhD studentsDevelop skills and networks to become a successful independent researcher, including through grant writing, independent papers, consulting, trainingsThe skills, qualifications and experience required to perform the role are:PhD in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fieldsAt least one first authored publication in a referred journalStrong record of productive and creative research, demonstrated by presentations at scientific conferencesExperience in developing system-scale models of water treatment technologiesExperience constructing datasets required for techno-economic analysis of water treatment technologiesUnderstanding and knowledge of a wide range of desalination and water treatment technologiesAppointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD.Salary Ranges:Research Associate: £37,694 - £46,049Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 August 2028 in the first instance.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Please ensure that you upload the following three documents in the Upload section of the online application: Curriculum Vitae (CV) [2 pages maximum]; a cover letter describing how you match the skills required for the role [1 page maximum]; your first authored publication in a refereed journal. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.If you have any questions on the application process, please contact: , (Tel +44 01223 332717) who is responsible for recruitment to this position. For queries of a technical nature about the role, please contact Dr Edoardo Borgomeo [ ].Please quote reference NM46972 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.Further information
