Application closing date 20/12/2021
Salary £34,304 per annum
Job category/type Research

Job description

The School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at Queen’s University Belfast, is currently seeking a Research Fellow to assist in the planning and delivery of a novel heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for the fuel-cell buses.

The successful candidate will undertake research within the NextGenFCEV project, which is aiming to develop world leading, single and double deck fuel cell electric buses for both the UK and International market place.

You will also work with industry partners to develop a fully integrated HVAC system for the fuel-cell buses. This will include designing, developing and refining research and carrying out critical evaluations, analysis and data interpretations using methodologies and techniques appropriate to HVAC systems.

This is truly an exciting opportunity that offers substantial career development. You will be part of an exemplary team with exceptional technical and leadership experience and will also have the opportunity to work with leading academics and industry partners who are leaders in their fields.

This post is available on a fixed term contract until 31/05/2025.

The successful candidate must have and your CV/Cover letter should clearly demonstrate you have:

• Have or about to obtain PhD in a relevant discipline or subject.
• At least 3 years relevant research experience to include:
  • Undertaking research in thermal comfort modelling and HVAC systems.
  • A proven track record of carrying out analyses, critical evaluations, and interpretations of experimental data relating to HVAC systems.
  • Working effectively as part of a research team in the development and promotion of the research theme.

*Please note the above are not an exhaustive list.* For further information about the role including the essential and desirable criteria click on the 'Candidate Information' link below. 

Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding.

Queen’s University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We have created an inclusive culture by establishing various staff networks such as iRise and PRISM which help us to progress equality.

We also subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as Stonewall Workplace Equality Index and Diversity Charter Mark NI in addition to Athena SWAN award.  For further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion please visit: www.qub.ac.uk/diversity; www.qub.ac.uk/qgi and www.qub.ac.uk/sites/StaffGateway/StaffNetworks/

Candidate Information

Informal enquires may be directed to Richard Walker: r.walker@qub.ac.uk

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