University of Bristol - School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience · 17 hours ago
Senior Research Associate in Aerodynamics
Bristol, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
£43K/yr - £50K/yrThe University of Bristol is seeking a Senior Research Associate in Aerodynamics to contribute to a Horizon Europe funded project focusing on innovative technologies for propeller design in electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles. The role involves designing test rigs, coordinating fabrication processes, and leading instrumentation for wind tunnel testing, requiring strong project management skills and knowledge of experimental aerodynamic measurement techniques.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for designing and manufacturing of test set-ups and provide technical assistance team’s members during the course of the project
You will liaise with project partners and team members at the University of Bristol to collect design information and communicate with manufacturing teams at the University of external suppliers to deliver the new test rigs in time for wind tunnel testing by the team
Qualification
Required
Have an MEng/MSc or PhD (not essential) degree in aerodynamics/a related field or equivalent professional qualification/experience or are working towards one
have experience and good knowledge in aerodynamics, fluid mechanics and wind tunnel testing
have strong experience of PIV, Hotwire CTA and pressure measurement techniques and relevant post-processing techniques
have extensive data post-processing and analytics skills using Matlab, python or similar programming language
Have a strong experience of using design software and fabrication tools, such as CNC
Have strong project management skills
are able to start in post preferably by August 2026 or soon after
Company
University of Bristol - School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience
Research within the School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience is conducted across Neuroscience, Cardiovascular and Cell Signalling.
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