Research Associate in Discontinuous Carbon Fibre Composites

The University of Sheffield seeks a Research Associate for a project on discontinuous carbon fibre composites. The role requires expertise in composite manufacturing and a PhD in engineering or materials science. Candidates should have strong laboratory skills and excellent communication abilities for collaboration. The position is primarily based at the university, with occasional travel to external organizations. The salary is £38,249 per year, and it is part-time.
We have a great opportunity for a talented Research Associate to join the new EPSRC IAA project, "Discontinuous carbon fibre composites manufactured from recycled prepreg waste for high-volume aerospace structures." This collaborative project involves the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, the AMRC, and GKN Aerospace.

We are looking for a skilled researcher to join our team, specialising in composite manufacturing, with a focus on compression moulding. The ideal candidate will possess a strong laboratory background, including in-depth knowledge of thermoset composite rheology and cure kinetics, and experience with oscillatory and squeeze flow rheometry. A PhD in engineering or materials science is required, along with a comprehensive understanding of composite science. You will be a self-starter, creative in your approach, and adaptable to changing project needs, while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.

Excellent communication skills are essential for effective collaboration and knowledge sharing with numerous project partners in Sheffield and further afield. This role is primarily based at the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, but will require occasional travel to the AMRC and other external organizations to access specialized equipment.
The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more.

Find out more at www.sheffield.ac.uk/benefits and join us to become part of something special.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.

£38,249 pro rata.