Research Associate in Superconducting Power Devices for Electric Aircraft (FM11839)

Job title:

Research Associate in Superconducting Power Devices for Electric Aircraft (FM11839)

Company

University of Bath

Job description

Job title Research Associate in Superconducting Power Devices for Electric AircraftDepartment Electronic & Electrical EngineeringSalary Starting from £37,099, rising to £44,263Grade Grade 7Contract Type Full Time, Fixed TermThis role is potentially sponsorable subject to candidates meeting the tradeable points criteriaPlaced on Thursday 20 June 2024Closing date Thursday 18 July 2024Interview date To be confirmedReference FM11839 ShareResearch Associate in Superconducting Power Devices for Electric AircraftAbout the roleWe are seeking an exceptional Research Associate to work on superconducting power devices for net-zero aviation. You will be a central member of the team and the objective is to lead the design of superconducting power devices for electric aircraft including superconducting fault current limiters, superconducting cables, and superconducting rotating machines.This is an exciting opportunity in the electrification of aviation, requiring you to communicate and work collaboratively with the academic and industrial partners. You will be expected to assist in the delivery of the project work packages, undertaking the research activity under the guidance of the principal investigator.You will focus on superconducting power devices and cryogenic cooling system for electric aircraft application.This position is offered on a full time, fixed term basis until 1st March 2026.About youOur ideal candidate will have:

• A PhD (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or relevant areas.
• Prior expertise in design of large-scale superconducting power devices
• Skills for the finite element modelling and experimental characterization of superconducting power devices

Knowledge of cryogenic cooling system and thermal design is a plus.Further informationFor an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

• Professor Xiaoze Pei at
• Dr Vincent Zeng at

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
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and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements * an
that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce * a wide range of personal and

• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for:

, , ..We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a . We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.We are very proud to be an and are an accredited ; committed to .what makes the University of Bath a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.Further details:We are constantly seeking to reduce the unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. To support this, personal details will be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage.

Expected salary

£37099 – 44263 per year

Location

Bath

Job date

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 04:14:15 GMT

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