Research Associate, Research Scientist

Job Purpose

To make a leading contribution to the project “Induction Melt Incremental Thermoforming of Advanced Thermoplastic Composites” working in the Composites Group (https://) within the Materials and Manufacturing Cluster (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) at the University of Glasgow. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project/disciplinary area as opportunities allow.

As part of the research team, you will carry out specialist lab work and other tasks relating to design, CAD, FEA simulations, contributing directly to the delivery of the EPSRC-funded research project in partnership with the Light-Weight Manufacturing Centre.

This position is suitable for a mechanical engineer interested in design, manufacture and modelling. The idea is to develop a press-forming system integrating diaphragm forming and press forming of advanced composite materials. The project will require design and manufacture of a multi-step forming process, modelling of the process and experimental investigation and validation. Required skills include CAD, FEA and image analysis.

Desirable knowledge includes composite manufacturing and robotic control. As well as assisting with lab work, simulations, results measurement, and data-driven evaluation, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to project meetings, project reports, publications, and dissemination activities. They will show strong independent planning, research, and analysis skills, working well under supervision when necessary. The project sits at the intersections of design, manufacturing, composite materials and finite element modelling, an interest in those areas is required.

• 1. Take a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.
• 2. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.
• 3. Establish and maintain your research profile and reputation and that of the University of Glasgow/School/Research Group/area, including establishing and sustaining a track record of independent and joint publications of international quality, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.
• 4. Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project & subject area, and develop/implement a suitable research strategy to deliver project/area requirements and opportunities.
• 5. Presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research and/or impact profile.
• 6. Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research and impact.
• 7. Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the research group/area/School/College/University and wider community (e.g. academic and industrial partners).
• 8. Take a leading role in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and School research group/area activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs and culture of the School/College.
• 9. Take the lead in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.
• 10. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including budgets/expenditure.
• 11. Contribute as appropriate to teaching activities (e.g. demonstrating, etc) and associated administration, as may be assigned through the School in consultation with your line manager.
• 12. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent…