Job Title: Senior Postdoctoral Researcher - Offshore Renewable Energy Expert
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Job Summary:
">We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team and contribute to the advancement of offshore renewable energy research. As a leading expert in this field, you will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative solutions to optimize the techno-economic performance of offshore renewable energy systems.">
About the Role:
">As a Senior Postdoctoral Researcher, you will have the opportunity to lead a specified program of research under the supervision and direction of a Principal Investigator/Project Leader. Your primary responsibilities will include securing competitive research funding, engaging in professional development opportunities, and contributing significantly to the development of research proposals and funding successes.">
Key Responsibilities:
">- Conduct and lead a specified program of research under the supervision and direction of a Principal Investigator/Project Leader.
- Secure competitive research funding for research proposals.
- Engage in appropriate and professional development opportunities as required by your Principal Investigator, School or College.
- Assume a role in the design as well as the execution of research, contributing significantly to the development of research proposals and funding successes.
- Support the Principal Investigator and research group in the design and development of a research program.
- Engage in the dissemination of the results of the research, as directed by and with the support of and under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
- Engage in the wider research activities of the Research Group, School or College.
- Interact closely with postgraduate research students who are studying for a Masters or a PhD and have an agreed role in supporting these students in their day-to-day research in conjunction with the supervisor or supervision team.
- Conduct administrative and management work associated with the research project.
- Carry out any additional duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.">
Requirements:
">- Postdoctoral experience.
- Extensive competence and experience in a research area.
- Knowledge of the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) sector.
- Knowledge of techno-economics for ORE projects.
- Proficiency in met-ocean modelling (wave, wind and currents).
- Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, AGOL, QGIS).
- Experience in dealing with NetCDF data – download, processing, and visualization.
- Supervisory skills.
- Leadership potential.
- Experience of applying for and securing funding.
- Appropriate technical competence and accomplishment.
- Capability of working within a project team to achieve results.
- Experience with managing and leading projects and/or teams.
- Good communication, organization and interpersonal skills.">
Working Arrangements:
">This is a full-time, temporary position for a duration of 12 months. The successful candidate will be required to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong focus on collaboration and communication.">
Benefits:
">The University offers a range of benefits to its employees, including access to training and development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive employee assistance program.">
How to Apply:
">To apply for this position, please submit your application through our online portal. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who are passionate about advancing offshore renewable energy research.