PDRA - NodeZero

The role requires a highly productive, ambitious and collaborative member of the Marine Research Group (MRG). The post holder will work with the principal researcher for sea trials of a novel wave-energy conversion technology for industry-academia collaborative research and will be supported as part of a team to deliver onwater research.

Successful planning and implementation of the sea trials will provide critical performance assessment and insight for advancing the technologies to commercialisation.

The post holder will be required to carry out analyses, critical evaluations, and interpretations of experimental data and the literature using methodologies and other techniques appropriate to area of research for example:

• Resource assessment of wave energy deployment siteo Performance assessment of wave energy converter
• Seakeeping and mooring analysis

The post is a critical role, and as such, successful applicants will have responsibilities in independent research, planning and sub-contracting, data analysis, publications, collaborations, and outreach.

About the person:

• Normally have or be about to obtain a PhD in Engineering or Physics.
• Demonstrate specific relevant experience to include:
  • Undertaking research in the area of experimental/commercial testing of wave energy converters (or similar offshore structures).
  • Resource analysis and evaluation of experimental data from lab or field testing.
  • Strong publication record commensurate with stage of career.

To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information document on our website.