California State University, Sacramento
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California State University-Sacramento (Sac State) was founded in 1947 and today this large, public university sits on a 305-acre campus in the city of Sacramento, the capital city of the state of California.
The university was established during the aftermath of the Second World War, at a time when there was a high demand for education in the Sacramento area.
Sac State started on a rented campus, moving to the current campus five years later.
Trees were planted at the new campus and today the university is home to more than 400 species of trees. With a total of 3,500 trees around the campus, the Arbor Dar Foundation designated Sac State a Tree Campus USA in 2012.
There are now seven academic colleges at Sac State, offering a combined total of 58 undergraduate majors. Nursing, criminal justice and psychology are the largest academic majors for undergraduates, while the chemistry program is the largest in the California State University system.
The north end of the Sac State campus is home to the majority of the student accommodation complexes as well as the 3-acre University Arboretum. Also on-campus are several research and community centers and the Sacramento State University Library, home to more than 1.4 volumes and the third largest library in the California State University system. Off-campus is the Sacramento State Aquatic Center, located next to the Nimbus Dam and home to the university rowing team.
Notable former students include world-famous actor Tom Hanks, jazz singer Bobby McFerrin, news anchor Lester Holt and television host Joan Lunden.
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PhD Candidate in Human Osteoarchaeology
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Norway, Trondheim
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Norway, Trondheim
This is NTNU NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus in professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim. At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world. You will find more information about working at NTNU and the application process here. About the position The NTNU University Museum is excited to invite applications from highly qualified candidates for a fully-funded PhD project focusing on human osteoarchaeology. This is a 3-year temporary position, with the possibility of extending up to four years including career-promoting work, for an enthusiastic, motivated individual with experience in human osteoarchaeology, stable isotope analysis or other biomolecular methods. As a PhD candidate with us, you will earn a doctorate and gain valuable experience working ethically with bioarchaeological materials in a laboratory setting, developing research skills for a future career in or outside academia. Your immediate leader will be the Head of Department. About the project The topic of the PhD will involve studying infant feeding and maternal and infant health in the Norwegian past, but the specific aims of the project will be developed in collaboration with the candidate. This position will benefit from access to extensive human osteology collections curated by the NTNU University Museum, as well as state-of-the-art laboratories for stable isotope analysis and radiocarbon dating. Duties of the position For a position as a PhD candidate, the goal is a completed doctoral education up to an obtained doctoral degree within the employment period. Publication of the project results in peer-reviewed journals is expected. Duties of the position will include: Carry out research of high quality within the framework described above Academic publications and popular science dissemination Present and discuss your research with other professionals Participate in the research group Participate in international activities such as conferences Other career-promoting work such as teaching, outreach activities, field work, or laboratory work, depending on the University Museum's needs and the applicant's qualifications and interests, might be included in the position upon agreement. Required selection criteria You must have a master's degree in a relevant subject area, and your course of study must correspond to a five-year Norwegian course, where 120 credits have been obtained at the Master’s level. Master’s students may apply, but the master’s degree must be obtained and documented before the application deadline You must have a strong academic record and have an average grade from your Master’s degree which corresponds to a B or better, compared to NTNU’s grading scale. Shorter Master's degrees from other countries will be assessed in accordance with the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills' guidelines for recognition of foreign higher education You must meet the requirements for admission to a PhD Programme at the Faculty of Humanities. The most relevant PhD programme is in Historical and Cultural Studies Very good oral and written presentation skills in English PLEASE NOTE: For detailed information about what the application must contain, see paragraph “About the application”. The appointment is to be made in accordance with NTNUs guidelines for recruitment positions and Regulations for the degrees philosophiae doctor (ph.d.) and philosophiae doctor (ph.d.) in artistic development work at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)for general criteria for the position. Preferred selection criteria Previous relevant research experience Completion of university-level biology, biochemistry or chemistry courses Previous publications in peer-reviewed journals Personal characteristics To complete a doctoral degree (PhD), it is important that you are able to: Work independently Work in a structured way, set goals and make plans to achieve them Present and discuss your research with other professionals Get involved and contribute constructively with feedback Work constructively under pressure or in the face of adversity Show curiosity and a strong motivation for the subject Analyse data, assess different perspectives and draw well-founded conclusions Be flexible and open to adjusting the plan for the project as needed Emphasis will be placed on personal qualities. We offer Evaluate and remove/add what is relevant for the position. An exciting job with an important mission in society Developing tasks in a strong and international professional environment Career guidance and follow-up during the PhD period Open and inclusive working environment with committed colleagues Working capital that can be used to implement the project Mentor programme as a new employee at NTNU Favorable terms as a member of the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK) Free Norwegian language training at a basic level (A2) As a PhD Candidate at NTNU, you will have access to employee benefits. Diversity Diversity is a strength, and at NTNU we aim to be an employer that reflects the diversity in society and that makes use of the potential of the population's collective skills. Our vision is Knowledge for a better world and our values are creative, critical, constructive and respectful. We believe that an organization that is equal, diverse and gender-balanced is essential for us to achieve our goals. We strive to attract employees with different skills, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to even better problem solving of our societal mission in research and education. If you think this position is relevant and interesting, we encourage you to apply, regardless of gender, functional ability and cultural background, or whether you have been out of work for a period of time. At NTNU we want to increase the proportion of women in scientific positions. We have a number of measures to promote equality. Salary and conditions In the position of PhD Candidate, code 1017, your gross salary will normally be NOK 550 800,-per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. A 2% statutory contribution to the State Pension Fund is deducted from the salary. The employment period is 3 years for the doctoral work, with the possibility of extending up to four years including career-promoting work. For employment as a PhD Candidate, it is a prerequisite that you gain admission to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Humanities within three months of your employment contract start date, and that you participate in an organized doctoral programme through out the period of employment. The most relevant PhD programme is in Historical and Cultural Studies. As an employee at NTNU, it is important that you keep yourself up to date with academic and organizational changes and adapt to them. For the necessary professional and social interaction, it is a prerequisite that you are physically present and available to the institution on a daily basis. The appointment is carried out in accordance with the principles of the State Employees Act, and Export control (legislation that regulates the export of knowledge, technology and services). Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, are considered to bein conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to be employed. About the application The attachments (including a description of your scientific work) must accompany the application as these documents form the basis of the application assessment. The documents must be in English. The application must include: A short letter of motivation (max 400 words/1 page) CV The names and contact information for 2 relevant references Copies of diplomas and transcripts (Masters and Bachelors) A project proposal (4-6 pages) according to our template Copy of Master's thesis Possible publications and/or other relevant research work Please note: the application will only be assessed on the basis of the information we have received by the application deadline. Therefore, make sure that your application clearly shows how your skills and experience meet the criteria described above. The application and all attachments must be sent electronically via Jobbnorge.no (PhD Candidate in Human Osteoarchaeology (295973) | NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology) . If you are invited to an interview, you must bring certified copies of certificates and diplomas upon request. If all, or parts, of your education has been taken abroad, we also ask you to attach documentation of the scope and quality of your entire education, both Bachelor's and Master's education, in addition to other higher education. If your institution uses “diploma supplement” (normal for most European institutions), you must attach this. A description of the documentation required can also be found here. If you already have a statement from Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir), please attach this as well. Joint work will be considered. If it is difficult to identify your contribution to joint work, you must attach a brief description of your participation. When assessing the best qualified, we emphasize necessary qualifications such as education, experience and personal suitability. Motivation for the position, ambitions, and potential for research will also count when assessing the candidates. NTNU recognizes a wide range of academic contributions and has committed itself to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment and CoARA (responsible assessment of research and recognition of a greater breadth of academic contributions in accordance with NTNU's social mission). General information A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you wish to be exempt from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation. You will be notified if the exemption is not granted. If you think this position looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, you are welcome to apply (PhD Candidate in Human Osteoarchaeology (295973) | NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology). If you have any questions about the position, please contact Associate Professor of Human Osteoarchaeology Alison Harris, Department of Archaeology and Cultural History at alison.harris@ntnu.no If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Hege Kissten at hege.kissten@ntnu.no Application deadline: 15.03.2025 For practical information about working at NTNU, please visit this webpage The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the tech capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality. NTNU - knowledge for a better world The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life. Department of Archaeology and Cultural History Our most important field of research is cultural history and cultural heritage, technology and methods of spatial analysis, and conservation in practice. In terms of the Cultural Heritage Act, we conduct archaeological surveys and excavations both on land and in water. Heritage management duties also include preservation and curation of cultural heritage archives and collections. We conduct extensive dissemination and outreach, and educate archaeologists in cooperation with the Department of Historical Studies. The Department of Archaeology and Cultural History is one of two departments at the NTNU University Museum.
Salary
Competitive
Posted
19 Feb 2026
Doctoral Researcher - Energy Systems, Life Cycle Sustainability, Decision Models
Aalto University
Finland
Aalto University
Finland
Doctoral researcher on energy systems, life cycle sustainability, decision models, and investment pathways Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by sparking the game changers of tomorrow and by creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 13,000 students, 400 professors and close to 4 500 other staff members working on our vibrant campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. We actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. The School of Engineering drives science and innovation in industrial and built environment technologies. We are committed to educating a new generation of experts who combine technical excellence with a deep understanding of sustainable development in shaping societies. Our research focuses on sustainable built environment, mechanics and materials, multidisciplinary energy technology, and design and implementation of technical systems. The strength of our school lies in close collaboration with stakeholders across research and education. About 45 doctoral candidates and 350 master’s students graduate from the school every year. The school is home to 700 staff members, including 70 professors. To learn more, please visit eng.aalto.fi. The Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering at the Aalto University School of Engineering invites applications for Doctoral researcher on energy systems, life cycle sustainability, decision models, and investment pathways Aalto University Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering is a community of around 300 staff members – including 30 tenure track professors – assembled to research, teach, create, and develop solutions for society’s needs. Key research areas include marine and arctic technology; energy technologies and systems; mechanical systems and mechatronics; and materials, manufacturing, and product development. We have strong links to industry, creating lasting impact in both business and society. We are now looking for a doctoral researcher in energy systems, life cycle sustainability, decision models, and investment pathways. The successful candidate will contribute to research on offshore-wind and Hydrogen integrated large-scale power-to-X pathways, with a focus on industrial applications and cross-border energy supply chain aspects. Your role and goals The work may focus on one or more of the following themes. P2X technology assessment and scenario modelling Techno-economic evaluation Sustainability analysis and life cycle assessment Uncertainty-based investment pathway modelling Multi-criteria decision making approaches and optimization System dynamics modelling Energy system resilience and risk assessment The research will heavily involve mathematical model development and the use of specialised software for impacts assessments, system dynamics, simulations etc. The researcher is also expected to carry out collaborative work with external stakeholders such as industry partners, depending on the project needs. Therefore, the work will also require ongoing stakeholder engagement and communication. The primary workplace is Aalto University’s Otaniemi Campus. The work requires in-person presence on the campus, due to the need for specialised software. The doctoral degree is granted after successfully completing a set of advanced taught courses (30 ECTS), writing a doctoral thesis (usually based on publications), and defending the thesis in a public examination. During the duration of the doctoral studies, the researcher will be expected to present publish in leading academic journals and high-level scientific conferences, actively participate in the research group activities, assist in the preparation of new research proposals, engage in teaching-related duties, and help to advise master’s students during the preparation of their final project. Your network and team The doctoral researcher will be a part of the Energy Conversion and Systems research group in the Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering. The supervisor will be Prof. Hirushie Karunathilake. Your experience and ambitions We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with strong analytical skills and a clear interest in energy systems, mathematical modelling, sustainability, and energy economics. Applicants should hold a master’s degree with very good grades in mechanical engineering, energy engineering, or a closely related field. Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are essential, and strong mathematical skills are expected. Finnish knowledge is an added advantage. The successful applicant should enjoy working in an international and interdisciplinary research environment and be willing to engage with both methodological and applied research questions. Strong interpersonal skills are also essential. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a research team is necessary. Previous knowledge and experience in the following will be considered an added advantage. Mathematical model development Programming skills and experience with tools such as MATLAB or Python Life cycle assessment (LCA) Software related experience on system dynamics modelling, GIS, and energy simulations Research writing and publications Applicants must fulfill the eligibility and admission criteria for Aalto’s Doctoral Programme in Engineering as specified at Aalto Doctoral Programme in Engineering | Aalto University. What we offer The preferred staring date for this position is in the Spring of 2026. The initial contract period is 2 years, evaluated by a compulsory midterm review during the second year, with the possibility of extension for the remaining period (a further 1-2 years) if satisfactory progress has been made. The salary range, terms, and conditions are based on a collective bargaining agreement among Finnish universities. The starting salary is approximately 2960 €/month (gross), and it increases as the Doctoral Researcher progresses in their research and studies. You will work in a community of students, researchers and other professionals, and will receive support in building a thriving academic career and to reach your professional goals. The Otaniemi campus is a thriving and connected community of 100 nationalities, 13,000 students and 4,500 employees. Life at the transformed campus is vibrant and filled with amazing architecture, calming nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, services and good connections along the recently opened metro line. Join us! To apply, please share your application with us through our recruitment site ("Apply now!”) at the latest by 13 March 2026. Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. We encourage you to apply early, as we will start reviewing candidates immediately. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Please include the following attachments: Motivation letter with the applicant’s contact information and an indication of the preferred starting date (max 1 page) CV including details of all academic outputs and publications (if available) Contact information for two referees (with email addresses) who may be contacted to obtain a recommendation (max 2 pages) Summary of the applicant’s master’s dissertation (max 1 page) Copy of the applicant’s master’s degree certificate and transcript of studies (with a clear explanation of the grading scale). Students in the final year of their Master’s programme are welcome to apply, but the expected graduation date must be clearly stated in the application. Candidates must have completed the master’s degree before the PhD contract begins. Content-related questions about the vacancy may be directed via email to Hirushie Karunathilake (PhD supervisor) using the email format hirushie.karunathilake@aalto.fi. University reserves the right to leave the position open, extend the application period, and consider candidates who have not applied during the application period. Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: This is Aalto University! Aalto University – Towards a better world and Shaping a Sustainable Future. Read more about working at Aalto: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto Check out our new virtual campus experience: https://virtualtour.aalto.fi/ About Finland Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was listed again as the happiest country in the world: World Happiness Report 2024 For more information about living in Finland: Aalto Careers for International Staff. More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.
Salary
2960 €/month (gross)
Posted
20 Feb 2026
Lecturer in Applied Computing - BIFCA (Flying Faculty)
Birmingham City University
China
Birmingham City University
China
Lecturer in Applied Computing - BIFCA (Flying Faculty) (Two-year Fixed Term Contract) Department: Department of Computer Science Location: China Salary: £44,131 to £51,182 per annum Two-year Fixed Term contract Post Type: Full Time Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 20 March 2026 Reference: ABCE26001 We are seeking a keen and enthusiastic Lecturer in Applied Computing to join our team in the Department of Computer Science at Birmingham City University (BCU) and work alongside colleagues at the Birmingham Institute of Fashion and Creative Arts (BIFCA) in Wuhan, China (https://www.bcu.ac.uk/international/bifca). This vacancy is for a Flying Faculty role which requires the successful candidate to join the BIFCA team in China for at least one semester every academic year to fulfil the responsibilities of the role The Department of Computer Science is a thriving, vibrant, and inspiring learning community committed to excellence in research, high-quality teaching and impactful industrial engagement. Building on its continuous success in student growth and sustained advancement in research, the college has embarked on a programme of extensive expansion, funded by substantial long-term investments. Our growing teams are teaching, exploring, and practising in some of the most exciting areas of computing. We are a practice-based school, making our teaching and research relevant to the evolving market for computer skills by partnering with local and global enterprises across smart cities, medical applications, media production, and IoT. We work in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary culture, where interacting freely across the school and with colleagues in other schools is encouraged to gain unique insights into high-impact problem domains. BIFCA is a highly successful collaboration between Wuhan Textile University (WTU) and Birmingham City University, offering a unique cross-cultural experience and providing an excellent environment for innovative teaching. Students completing their BIFCA programmes gain a dual award from BCU and WTU. With a series of innovative, technology-driven, and professionally oriented programmes, BIFCA represents the new era of quality-oriented, collaborative transnational education (TNE) that is responsive to the needs of all stakeholders. Students can choose to study their entire programme in China or complete part of it in China and finish at BCU. Our teaching commitment at BIFCA is expanding, and we are seeking a lecturer to contribute to this ongoing development. The position offers a unique opportunity to live and work in a popular part of China on a two-year fixed-term contract, with the option to renew after the two-year period is complete. PLEASE NOTE: All teaching will be in English. You will have teaching experience in higher education or have presented regularly to technical audiences in an industry setting, including preparing teaching material and planning technical course activities. You will also possess core technical development experience, as well as demonstrate experience/expertise in at least one of the following areas: Software Development Front and Backend Web Development (HTML, CSS, JS, PHP, SQL) Game Development (Unity or Unreal) Virtual Production, Modelling and Animation Embedded Systems (Arduino, Pi, Linux) We offer a generous pension and annual leave provision (40 days including statutory holidays), family-friendly policies and state-of-the-art campus facilities. Role-specific benefits include comprehensive medical insurance, a generous housing allowance and a yearly return flight to your home country. Please note that on occasions when we receive a high volume of applications, we may close the advert before the publicised closing date. If this does happen, we will email all candidates who have started but not yet completed their application, giving 48 hours’ notice. We would therefore advise that you submit your completed application as soon as possible. If you would like to discuss any aspects of this role, please get in touch with Prof. Junaid Arshad (junaid.arshad@bcu.ac.uk). We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential. Further Details: Job Description - Lecturer
Salary
£44,131 to £51,182 per annum
Posted
19 Feb 2026
Associate Lecturer/Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Diagnostic Radiography
Charles Sturt University
Australia, Port Macquarie
Charles Sturt University
Australia, Port Macquarie
Utilise your teaching and / or clinical experience to provide quality education experiences to students Develop and extend your research career Build your future in Port Macquarie-where great careers meet coastal living. The role Full Time, Continuing Level A - $80,046 to $108,204 pa (plus 17% superannuation) Level B - $113,841 to $134,965 pa (plus 17% superannuation) Level C - $139,182 to $160,308 pa (plus 17% superannuation) Port Macquarie An exciting opportunity within the School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences to actively engage in teaching simulation practicals, delivery of medical radiation science curriculum, research and curriculum development related to diagnostic radiography and the Medical Radiation Sciences. The appointee will have extensive clinical experience within the field of diagnostic radiography and can demonstrate education experience within the clinical and/or academic setting. The appointee will be responsible for teaching general radiography using clinical simulation and a range of subjects using multiple teaching methods (face to face and online delivery). The appointee will also participate in the administration and ongoing curriculum development and progress an active research profile that aligns with both the University and Schools direction About you A qualification relevant to diagnostic radiography or equivalent accreditation and standing appropriate at the level being applied for. Full registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra). Sound knowledge and understanding of diagnostic radiography gained through industry experience and/or scholarly activities and/or course administration. For Level C appointment, proven high-impact research profile, including publications and grants A demonstrated commitment to the delivery of high quality student centred learning and teaching. About us We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University - our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities - to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place. Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world. Learn more about the Faculty of Science and Health here. Learn more about the School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences here. Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee benefits. Charles Sturt University is committed to building a diverse workforce as shown through our Athena Swan Bronze Award, our Australian Workplace Equality Index Bronze Award and our membership of a range of diversity focused organisations including Diversity Council Australia and Pride in Diversity. We encourage applications from First Nations people, carers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, neurodivergent people, and people of all age groups, genders and sexualities for all roles. To apply Click the Apply button and complete your application online, submit a "statement of suitability" demonstrating your skills, knowledge and/or experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection criteria in the position description) and upload your CV. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us. This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position. Further information Additional information is available in the position description(s) below or by contacting: Level A - position description - Associate Lecturer Level B - position description - Lecturer Level C - position description - Senior Lecturer Associate Professor Kelly Spuur | Associate Professor in Medical Imaging | kspuur@csu.edu.au | (02) 6933 4550 Closing Date: 11pm, 20 March 2026
Salary
$80,046 to $160,308 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
Posted
20 Feb 2026
Research Fellow in Icing Science and Experimental Aerothermal Engineering
Cranfield University
United Kingdom, Bedford
Cranfield University
United Kingdom, Bedford
Organisation: Cranfield University Faculty or Department: Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences Based at: Cranfield Campus, Cranfield, Bedfordshire Hours of work: 37 hours per week, normally worked Monday to Friday. Flexible working will be considered. Contract type: Permanent Salary: Full time starting salary, if PhD obtained, is normally in the range of £37,897 to £45,580 per annum, with potential progression up to £52,067 per annum; If PhD is close to completion, full time starting salary is normally in the range of £29,363 to £34,332 per annum, with potential progression up to £40,180 per annum Apply by: 22/03/2026 Role Description The Centre for Propulsion Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences is looking to expand its internationally renowned activities with the recruitment of a full-time Research Fellow in Icing Science and Experimental Aerothermal Engineering. About the Role Within the Centre, the Icing Team undertakes a wide range of activities, including research in ice adhesion, ice properties, instrumentation, as well as ice protection technologies and the impact of ice on aerodynamic components. In addition, the team works closely with a substantial number of national and international industrial partners in the aerospace and wind turbine sector. A key aspect of the activity is focused on experimental work with dedicated icing wind tunnel facilities, as well as a vertical droplet tunnel. The team also undertakes research in the area of fundamental modelling with molecular dynamic and ice/substrate interface bonding analysis. The main aspects of the Research Fellow role include conducting icing experiments in the Cranfield Icing Wind Tunnel (IWT) facilities and providing support on experimental test campaigns. This will include assisting with tunnel and model instrumentation, data post-processing, analysis and management for experimental projects conducted in the Icing Wind Tunnel. The role will also include the dissemination of research through publication in high-quality journals and leading conferences. The successful candidate will, if possible, develop or adopt numerical simulation models and methods pertinent to icing science and engineering, and develop an individual research strategy and profile in icing science and engineering. About You You will hold a PhD (or close to completion) in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related subject, with a record of publishing in high-quality journals. Good skills in engineering, with a focus on aerodynamics, along with experimental testing capabilities, are required for this role. A desire to develop a career in icing science, or experience with icing experience, would be considered beneficial. The ability to communicate clearly at a technical level, and the capability to clearly summarise objectives and achievements for briefing colleagues and project partners, is also essential. Candidates are expected to be confident independent researchers, educated at a PhD level (or close to completion). The successful candidate is also expected to assist with the general programme of work that is conducted in the Centre. Overall, the icing test facilities and industrial relationships are unique within the UK and offer a fantastic opportunity for research and development across a wide range of technology readiness levels. The position is within the Gas Turbine Technology Group within the Centre for Propulsion and Thermal Power Engineering. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to obtain UK Security Clearance (BPSS). About Us As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships are creating leaders in technology and management globally. Learn more about Cranfield and our unique impact here. The Centre for Propulsion and Thermal Power Engineering is around 80 staff strong (including visiting academics), and one of the largest research and education activities within the University. The activity spans across land, offshore, marine, air and space power and propulsion applications. Our activity is characterised by a close integration of taught and short-course education and research and includes the internationally recognised Thermal Power and Propulsion MSc course. The activities within the Centre encompass a very wide range of topics, including gas turbine performance modelling, propulsion aerodynamics, icing, combustion, computational fluid dynamics, advanced instrumentation, turbomachinery and thermal management. The Centre is also host to the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre for Aero System Design, Integration & Performance, testimony of the Centre’s global visibility and extensive links with industry. More details on the Centre for Propulsion and Thermal Power Engineering can be found here, and further details on the icing test facilities are available here. Our Values and Commitments Our shared, stated values help to define who we are and underpin everything we do: Ambition; Impact; Respect; and Community. Find out more here. We aim to create and maintain a culture in which everyone can work and study together and realise their full potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud members of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme. We are committed to actively exploring flexible working options for each role and have been ranked in the Top 30 family friendly employers in the UK by the charity Working Families. Find out more about our key commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working here. Working Arrangements Collaborating and connecting are integral to so much of what we do. Our Working Arrangements Framework provides many staff with the opportunity to flexibly combine on-site and remote working, where job roles allow, balancing the needs of our community of staff, students, clients and partners. How to apply For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Professor David MacManus, Professor of Propulsion Aerodynamics & Installations, on (E): d.g.macmanus@cranfield.ac.uk Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on E: peoplerecruitment@cranfield.ac.uk. Please quote reference number 5232. Closing date for receipt of applications: 22 March 2026
Salary
£29,363 to £45,580 per annum
Posted
20 Feb 2026
