1. Research Fellow
Fibre & Systems Group
The post will be based in the Optoelectronic Research Centre (ORC) at the University of Southampton and available as a result of a research programme sponsored by the European Research Council. The post is available on a fixed term basis until 30/12/2024 due to funding restrictions.
To be successful you will be a hands-on experimental scientist with the drive to solve difficult scientific and technological problems. If you are motivated by working in a high calibre, highly collaborative research environment, then this position provides an exciting environment.
You will demonstrate experience in one of the following fields:
- femtosecond laser direct writing
- fundamentals of light-mater interactions
- nonlinear optics
- ultrafast optics including few-cycle pulses
ideally you will also have experience in:
- micro- and nano-optics
- optical engineering
- ultrafast laser material processing
It is essential you have a PhD* or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in Physics or Electronic and Optical Engineering, along with a good track record of innovative research at an international level. Experience of highly effective working in teams, particularly large teams and experience of working with ultrafast laser systems and have a track record of independently setting up complex optical experiments.
Equality,diversity and Inclusion is central to the ethos in the Zepler Institute. We particularly encourage women, Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME), LGBT and disabled applicants to apply for this position. We value diversity and inclusion at the University and aspire for our staff population to be broadly representative of our community. In recognition of our continued commitment to improving equality for women in science we were awarded an Athena SWAN Bronze. We gives full consideration to applicants that wish to work flexibly including part-time and due consideration will be given to applicants who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy**, onsite childcare facilities along with other benefits such as the cycle to work scheme.
The University of Southampton is in the top 1% of world universities and in the top 10 of the UK’s research-intensive universities. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and being a globally responsible university and has recently been awarded the Platinum EcoAward. Our vision is to embed the principles of sustainability into all aspects of our individual and collective work, integrating sustainable development into our business planning, policy-making, and professional activities. This commits all of our staff and students to take responsibility for managing their activities to minimise harm to the environment, whether this through switching off non-essential electrical equipment or using the recycling facilities.
Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given
Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Peter Kazansky, ORC, University of Southampton, on tel: +44 (0) 79 1969 5972 or email: pgk@soton.ac.uk.
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Anjali Mavi (HR Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 4043 or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk Please quote reference 2130223PN on all correspondence.
2. Research Fellow in Modelling of Population Processes
Social Statistics & Demography
We are delighted to welcome applications for a research post in the area of demographic modelling within the newly funded Connecting Generations Centre (CG).
The new funding is a collaborative project between the long-established Centre for Population Change (University of Southampton, University of St Andrews, and University of Stirling), the University of Oxford Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science, and the Resolution Foundation. Connecting Generations aims to innovate in knowledge and understanding of intergenerational relations and population change. The Centre is led by Professor Jane Falkingham.
This post sits within the “Modelling Kinship” work package of the CGC. The deepest and most lasting ties between generations are those of kinship, so evidencing how these may evolve in the future is key to understanding the challenges in ensuring fairness between and within generations as the UK population ages. This work package will develop an understanding of the possible futures of kinship relations in the UK using a variety of methodological tools, including matrix population models and microsimulation.
This research position will be based in the Department of Social Statistics, within the Faculty of Social Sciences. The work is led by Dr Jason Hilton in coordination with Professor Jakub Bijak, Professor Peter W.F. Smith, and Professor Erengul Dodd. You will be part of a supportive group including the Centre Research Manager, other project Researchers and Faculty members, both within Southampton and partner institutions.
To be successful in this role you will have, or will be close to completing, a PhD (or equivalent professional qualifications) with a strong statistical or mathematical component, such as in statistics, demography, economics, mathematics or computer science. Essential attributes for the role are: Knowledge of quantitative demography and matrix algebra; experience in statistical modelling; proficiency in the use of Python, R or other equivalent programming language; the ability to plan and organise work independently and as part of a team; and the ability to write research presentations and papers. Additionally, knowledge and experience of microsimulation modelling would also be an advantage.
The University of Southampton holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award demonstrating commitment to equal opportunities in the workplace.
Applications will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon completion of PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Jason Hilton, email: J.D.Hilton@soton.ac.uk.
The starting date of this position is 3rd April 2023 (negotiable, with the latest starting date being 1st October). Interviews will be held in March 2023.
You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Jane Sturgeon (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750 or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk. Please quote reference 1966222CC on all correspondence.
3. Research Fellow - High Voltage Electrical Materials
Electrical Power Engineering
Location: Highfield Campus
Salary: £33,314 to £40,931 per annum
Full Time Fixed Term until 31/01/2024
Closing Date: Monday 23 January 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 2130523FP
You will join the Tony Davies High Voltage Laboratory (TDHVL) to work on projects related to the RIIO-2 Network Innovation Allowance (NIA). Join a multi-disciplinary team that includes academic staff, postdoctoral researchers, engineers, PhD and undergraduate students, to work on innovative solutions to challenges the electrical transmission system faces. NIA projects enable the energy transition or support vulnerable customers, to drive forward an ambitious decarbonisation agenda in the UK.
The TDHVL has an international reputation for excellence in research into many high voltage phenomena and, with its long history of successfully attracting both industrial and research council funding, has become one of the most comprehensive facilities of its kind in Europe. Much of the activity concerns the development and testing of polymeric insulation systems and, uniquely, the laboratory combines comprehensive electrical testing facilities with extensive material preparation and characterisation tools. For further details, please see:
http://www.highvoltage.ecs.soton.ac.uk/
You should have a PhD related to Electrical Engineering or Electrical Power Transmission, ideally High Voltage Engineering, or equivalent professional qualifications and work experience. Due to interdisciplinary nature of the work, some knowledge in either Materials Science, Mathematics or Chemistry would be desirable. In addition you will demonstrate a general understanding of one or more of the following: high voltage engineering, dielectric materials, electrical testing, finite element method, simulation techniques.
You will report to the funder at regular meetings, and be responsible for preparation of regular reports, publications and presentations at international conferences and project meetings. You must demonstrate that you have managed multiple tasks to deadline while working in collaboration with others. The post includes meetings with the project team and industry partners.
The University holds an Athena SWAN silver award in recognition of its’ continued commitment to improving equality for women in science and engineering. We will give due consideration to applicants that wish to work flexibly including part-time and due consideration will be given to applicants who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy, and onsite childcare facilities.
There are a great range of benefits that includes a contributory pension scheme; holiday entitlement of 30 days plus 8 bank holidays and 6 additional holidays (closure days); subsidised health and fitness facilities on-site; cycle to work scheme; a range of discounts which include restaurants, retail outlets and entertainment.
For further information please contact Dr Thomas Andritsch, email: t.andritsch@soton.ac.uk
Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Janice Poon (HR Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750 or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk Please quote reference 2130523FP on all correspondence.
4. Research Fellow/ Senior Research Fellow in Democratic Innovation
Politics & International Relations
Location: Highfield Campus
Salary: £33,314 to £43,414 Per annum
Full Time Fixed Term (30/04/2024)
Closing Date: Wednesday 01 February 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 2125423CC
Applications are invited for a fixed term postdoctoral Research Fellow in Democratic Innovation in the School of Economic, Social and Political Science at the University of Southampton. The successful applicant will undertake research on the UKRI funded project ‘Rebooting Democracy: Democratic Innovations for the Information Age’ https://www.rebootingdemocracy.ac.uk/. The project is led by Dr Matt Ryan, (Department of Politics and International Relations, Southampton). This interdisciplinary project brings together social scientists, computer scientists, democracy practitioners, and public officials. The fellow will assist in research design, managing partnerships and implementing high quality democratic interventions, data management, and research. The project will implement both qualitative and quantitative evaluation of democratic innovations. Previous experience in managing qualitative and/or quantitative research including randomised controlled trials is welcome.
The fellow will assist in the collection and analysis of data, and support the collaborative design and implementation of interventions to improve democratic participation. The role will also involve supporting the PI in effective liaison with collaborators and stakeholders and the project will support career progression of the successful candidate through mentoring and training programmes.
The successful candidate should hold (or be about to complete) a PhD or equivalent professional qualification in the social sciences with experience and interest in methods of data gathering and analysis relevant to political participation, democratic innovation, deliberation and/or community engagement. Experience in fieldwork and working with stakeholders outside of academia is also desirable. The candidate will need to show capability of engaging efficiently in interdisciplinary research, and ability to organise their own activities and deliver high-quality work to deadlines. Specifically the candidate will be based at the University of Southampton and will
support delivery and evaluation of at least two democratic innovations - including a climate assembly and an online dialogue,
support project management including liaising with stakeholders such as policymakers and civil society organisations to ensure high quality of inclusive processes and data collection,
contribute to user design workshops for development of digital tools for participation and deliberation,
contribute to resarch design, implementation and investigation using qualitative and/or quantitative methods aimed at understanding and improving the quality and effectiveness of citizen deliberation and participation,
engage with a large interdisciplinary team including computer scientists and software developers and be supported with training for career progression.
support non-academic dissemination and impact activities.
The University of Southampton is in the top 1% of world Universities and one of the UK’s top 15 research–intensive universities. The Schools and Departments contributing to the project have world class research expertise in advanced social science methods. Information about the Department of Politics and International Relations can be found at http://www.southampton.ac.uk/politics. Information about the School of Economic, Social and Political Sciences can be found at www.southampton.ac.uk/socsci.
Successful candidates will have completed or be near to completing a doctoral degree in social sciences.
The post is fixed term until 30th April 2024, and should be taken up by 1st May 2023 at the latest. Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Matt Ryan M.g.ryan@soton.ac.uk.
Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given
We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and equality of opportunity. We select candidates based on merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workforce. We welcome applications from all candidates with an interest in the role and those who are committed to helping us create an inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, people who identify as LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities.
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Sian Gale (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750, or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk. Please quote reference 2125423CC on all correspondence.
5. Research fellow in immunology
Molecular and Cellular biosciences
Location: Southampton General Hospital
Salary: £33,314 to £40,931 Per annum
Full Time Fixed Term (36 months)
Closing Date: Friday 03 February 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 2119122BJ
Job description
The Gwyer Findlay lab investigates how neutrophils affect T cell phenotype. Our work sits at the interface of immunology and inflammation biology and we use a variety of methods in our studies – immunology, molecular biology, computational biology and imaging.
In this project we are aiming to understand how neutrophils alter T cell cytokine production. We have previously shown that when neutrophils release antimicrobial peptides, they enter nearby T cells and profoundly alter T cell cytokine production. In particular, they affect the production of the IL-17 family of cytokines. In this project we will work out how this occurs. Through culture of mouse and human T cells, flow cytometry, RNA and ATAC sequencing and imaging, we will examine the signalling pathways induced by neutrophil peptides and how they lead to differential IL-17 production.
You will hold a PhD in immunology, biology, or a related discipline. Highly organised and driven, you will demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills. You will have experience in and knowledge of T cell immunology, cell culture, and flow cytometry.
Applications will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon completion of PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.
What we can offer you
a world-class research environment
access to mentoring, career development and networking across the University and beyond
a personalised training and development plan including external training courses and attendance at conferences
a friendly, supportive lab environment
As a founding signatory of the Athena SWAN charter, and holder of a silver award, we’re committed to improving equality. We aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work.
As well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, such as a generous holiday allowance and additional university closure days, we will help you find a good work-life balance with flexible, or even part-time, working hours. We will support your long-term future too, with access to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS)*, subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts.
For additional information or informal enquiries before submitting your application, please email Emily Findlay at e.gwyerfindlay@soton.ac.uk.
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. References are requested along with your application. This reference system is automated so please ensure you provide the correct email address and allow time for these to be received, prior to the close date, to assist the department with shortlisting.
If you need any assistance, please call Sian Gale (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750, or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk. Please quote reference 2119122BJ on all correspondence.
6. Research Fellow
Applied Mathematics & Theoretical Physics
Location: Highfield Campus
Salary: £33,314 to £40,931
Full Time Fixed Term two years
Closing Date: Thursday 19 January 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 2120522PJ
The Southampton Gravity Group is inviting applications for a postdoctoral position in gravitational-wave source modelling. The successful candidate will undertake research as part of Adam Pound's Royal Society-funded programme to model waveforms from small-mass-ratio binaries.
The University of Southampton is home to a large research group in gravitational physics, currently comprising 15 staff members and a number of postdocs and PhD students. Research in the group includes black-hole and neutron-star physics, gravitational-wave astronomy, gravitational self-force, numerical relativity, string theory, and holography. The group is involved in the LISA Consortium, the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, and the Einstein Telescope Observational Science Board, and the successful applicant will contribute to high-accuracy gravitational-wave model development for both current and future detectors.
The ideal candidate will have a track record in at least one of the following research areas: the relativistic two-body problem, gravitational self-force theory, black hole perturbation theory. The applicant will have, or be about to obtain, a relevant PhD degree in physics or mathematics.
The post is for 2 years, with a negotiable start date no later than September 2023 and the possibility of an extension upon satisfactory performance.
A complete application should include (i) a CV, including a list of publications, (ii) a statement of research interests (no more than 1 page), and (iii) the names and contact information of two referees.
Informal enquiries may be made to Adam Pound at A.Pound@soton.ac.uk.
You should submit your completed online application form by the deadline of midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Sian (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750 or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk. Please quote reference 2120522PJ on all correspondence.
7. Research Fellow
Fibre & Systems Group
Location: Highfield Campus
Salary: £32,348 to £36,386 Per annum
Full Time Fixed Term (24 months)
Closing Date: Monday 23 January 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 2112622PN
You will join our growing team, working on next generation optical fibres which guide light in an air core and have the potential to surpass the performance of conventional optical fibres. You will work within the Gas-filled Hollow Core Fibres research group in the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) at the University of Southampton, UK.
Your role will mainly focus on hollow core fibre characterisation and applications, with opportunities to develop fibre fabrication skills depending on how the project progresses. This research is part of a newly-funded EPSRC grant investigating distributed gas sensing using hollow core fibres. We will work together to find creative and innovative solutions to integrate the advantages that our fibres can provide in this application. This project is well aligned with other hollow core fibre-based programmes at the ORC, providing further opportunities to collaborate internally and externally. You will be joining a welcoming and successful team within our world-renowned research centre, and you will have access to the excellent facilities and dedicated researchers that this provides.
For this role, hands-on experience of working with and characterising optical fibres which should include fibre handling, cleaving and free space beam coupling is essential, as well as background knowledge and understanding of optical fibres. Hands-on experience of hollow core fibre fabrication, characterisation, interconnection, and their filling with gases is welcome, but not essential.
You should have excellent skills in the critical evaluation and interpretation of data and experience of working as part of a collaborative research team. To be successful you will have a PhD* or equivalent professional qualifications and experience related to fibre optics or photonics.
We value diversity and inclusion at the University and aspire for our staff population to be broadly representative of our community. In recognition of our continued commitment to improving equality for women in science, we were awarded an Athena SWAN Bronze. We give full consideration to applicants that wish to work flexibly including part-time and due consideration will be given to applicants who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy**, onsite childcare facilities along with other benefits such as the cycle to work scheme.
The University of Southampton is in the top 1% of world universities and in the top 10 of the UK’s research-intensive universities. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and being a globally responsible university and has recently been awarded the Platinum EcoAward. This commits all of our staff and students to take responsibility for managing their activities to minimise harm to the environment, whether this is through switching off non-essential electrical equipment or using recycling facilities.
* Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.
**subject to qualifying criteria
To informally discuss this position, please contact Dr Natalie Wheeler (n.v.wheeler@soton.ac.uk)
The position is initially for 2 years, with possibility of extension dependent upon funding
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Sian Gale (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750, or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk. Please quote reference 2112622PN on all correspondence.
8. Research Fellow
Theory Group
Location: Highfield Campus
Salary: £33,314 to £36,386
Full Time Fixed Term (until 30/09/2025)
Closing Date: Monday 16 January 2023
Reference: 2113422WF
You will join the Southampton High Energy Physics (SHEP) group at the School of Physics and Astronomy - University of Southampton. You will undertake research in accordance with the project outcomes. To be successful you will have a PhD* or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in particle physics with research interests in the fields of Physics beyond the Standard Model, Physics of the early universe, Neutrino physics, Astro-particle physics.
You will join the SHEP BSM and Particle Cosmology subgroup (professors Pasquale Di Bari and Steve King).
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is central to the ethos in Physics and Astronomy. We particularly encourage women, Black, Asian and minority ethnic, LGBT and disabled applicants to apply for this position. We are strongly committed to diversity in both the academic and student population, and in recognition we were awarded an Athena SWAN Silver award in 2018 and the Institute of Physics Project Juno Champion status in 2019. Physics and Astronomy gives full consideration to applicants that wish to work flexibly, including part-time, and due consideration will be given to applicants who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy**, and onsite childcare facilities. For further information please visit https://www.phys.soton.ac.uk/EqualityandDiversity
The University of Southampton is in the top 1% of world universities and in the top 10 of the UK’s research-intensive universities. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and being a globally responsible university and has recently been awarded the Platinum EcoAward. Our vision is to embed the principles of sustainability into all aspects of our individual and collective work, integrating sustainable development into our business planning, policy-making, and professional activities.
*Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.
**subject to qualifying criteria
Please apply directly to Professor P Di Bari (P.Di-Bari@soton.ac.uk) and Professor S F King (king@soton.ac.uk) including a CV, statement of research interests and arranging for three letters of reference.
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Sam Stubbs on 44 (0) 2380 592750 or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk Please quote reference 2113422WF on all correspondence.
9. Research Fellow in Plasma Technology
Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Location: Boldrewood Campus
Salary: £32,348 to £34,308 Per Annum
Full Time Fixed Term until 30 November 2024
Closing Date: Tuesday 31 January 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 2044322DA-R
This post is offered on a full-time, fixed-term until 30/Nov/2024 due to the funding expectations, but it may be extended based on the funding availability.
You will join our collaborative, multi-disciplinary team working on developing new non-thermal plasma technologies for in-situ resource utilisation in future crewed long-duration space missions. You will be working under the supervision of Dr Minkwan Kim at the University of Southampton with several PhD students and Research fellows.
In addition, you will collaborate with the UK Space Agency and several SMEs during the project.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Design and characterise a new non-thermal plasma reactor as all-in-one in-situ resource utilisation system for future Mars exploration
Develop various plasma power driver including high-voltage nano-pulser, AC, and microwave system
Perform optical plasma diagnostics
In addition, you will contribute to the research group's activities, and publish new findings in peer-reviewed journals. There will also be an opportunity to gain experience in teaching and student supervision.
To be successful, you will have a PhD in plasma physics or related areas such as mechanical, electrical and aerospace engineering or equivalent professional qualifications and experience. A candidate within 3 months of completion of their PhD will also be considered. Experience with experimental work is critical and knowledge of non-thermal plasma is desirable. Strong communication and language skills, as evidenced by publications and presentations, are essential.
Equality, diversity and Inclusion is central to the ethos in the School of Engineering. We particularly encourage women, Black, Asian and minority ethnic, LGBT and disabled applicants to apply for this position. In recognition of our continued commitment to improving equality for women in science we were awarded an Athena SWAN bronze in 2013 and 2016. We give full consideration to applicants that wish to work flexibly including part-time and due consideration will be given to applicants who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy**, onsite childcare facilities.
The University of Southampton is in the top 1% of world universities and in the top 10 of the UK’s research-intensive universities. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and being a globally responsible university and has recently been awarded the Platinum EcoAward. This commits all of our staff and students to take responsibility for managing their activities to minimise harm to the environment, whether this through switching off non-essential electrical equipment or using the recycling facilities.
subject to qualifying criteria
Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.
Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Min Kwan Kim (m.k.kim@soton.ac.uk). Applications are only accepted via the online application process.
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Jane Sturgeon (HR Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 4043 or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk Please quote reference 2044322DA-R on all correspondence.
10. Research Fellow in Ocean Photosynthesis
Marine Biogeochemistry
Location: National Oceanography Centre Southampton
Salary: £32,348 to £35,333 per annum
Full Time Fixed Term for 36 months
Closing Date: Wednesday 18 January 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 2096222HN
We have an exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral researcher to join our multidisciplinary project: New perspectives on ocean photosynthesis (nPOP), which was recently funded by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) UK. Our aim is to combine novel observational, experimental and modelling experiments to determine how light is used by photosynthetic microbes under nutrient limitation to better understand contemporary and future biological productivity. With funding for a 3-year postdoctoral research position available from May 2023 at the University of Southampton, as the successful candidate you would be based at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton. You will be responsible for: (1) collecting in situ and experimental samples of microbial communities from ocean systems; (2) extraction and bioinformatics analysis of metatranscriptomic datasets of these samples; and (3) interpretation of these datasets in relation to environmental physiological parameters.
The post thus requires experience in bioinformatics analysis of environmental microbiological samples, ideally with a focus on ocean systems. At the University of Southampton, you will have access to an in-house sequencing facility and computational infrastructure for bioinformatics analysis and will work closely with Prof Thomas Bibby as well as with project Co-PIs Mark Moore, Maeve Lohan and Ben Ward. You will also have the opportunity to interact and work with staff and students across the wider Marine Biogeochemistry research group, School of Ocean and Earth Science and colleagues at the National Oceanography Centre. You will be expected to participate in a research cruise to the Atlantic sector of the Southern Ocean in Dec 2023 – Jan 2024, where you will be responsible for the collection of samples and setting-up experiments on-board ship to explore the controls of nutrient availability of ocean productivity.
Applicants should have a PhD (or equivalent) in environmental microbiology with experience in collection and bioinformatic analysis of omic datasets, along with a publication record appropriate to your research experience. Ideally, you will have experience of sample collection at sea. You will be expected to play a full role in the timely write-up and publication of the study results, including participation in national and international ocean sciences conferences.
We welcome applications from all candidates with an interest in the role, and those who are committed to helping us create a diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities. We recognise that employees may wish to have working patterns that fit with their caring responsibilities or work-life balance. Due consideration will be given to applicants who have had career breaks for reasons including maternity, paternity or adoption leave, disability or illness. We offer a generous holiday allowance and additional University closure days, subsidised health and fitness facilities and access to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS).
This position is available from 1st May 2023
Interviews will take place in person in February 2022.
For further enquiries please contact Prof Thomas Bibby (tsb@soton.ac.uk).
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Lauren (Recruitment) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750, or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk. Please quote reference 2096222HN on all correspondence.
11. Research fellow in Computational hypersonic non-equilibrium flows
Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Location: Boldrewood Campus
Salary: £32,348 to £34,308 per annum
Full Time Fixed Term for 1 year
Closing Date: Tuesday 31 January 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 2032222DA-R
Joining our Horizon 2020-funded project on magnetohydrodynamics and hypersonic flows you will contribute to computational research on a novel MHD system concept for mitigating heat flux and communication blackout during re-entry flights. This is a full-time fixed term contract until 31/03/2024.
You will work closely with the consortium of MEESST (MHD Enhanced Entry System for Space Transportation) project including KU Leuven, Absolut System SAS, University of Stuttgart, THEVA, AEDS SARL, VKI, PI Integral Solutions, KIT and University of Luxembourg. You will be responsible for developing, consolidating, verifying existing modelling tools for simulating re-entry plasma flows in the presence of electromagnetic fields, particularly for computing heat fluxes and radio-blackout conditions. You will also need to validate the developed physical and computational models against the experimental data in particular in terms of surface heat fluxes and electron density distribution (relevant for determining radio blackout conditions).
The project provides an opportunity to work on advanced MHD technologies which can introduce a paradigm shift in aerospace science and technology by turning active magnetic shielding (i.e. a futuristic concept traditionally associated with science fiction) into reality and, potentially, into the spotlight not just for space travel but also for future hypersonic transportation systems. As well as carrying out research to the highest standards, you will work as part of a team and to prepare reports and presentations for project meetings and publications for international journals. The successful applicant must have a PhD* or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in Fluid Dynamics or Aerodynamics or related field.
Equality, diversity and Inclusion is central to the ethos in the School of Engineering. In recognition of our continued commitment to improving equality for women in science we were awarded an Athena SWAN bronze in 2013 and 2016. We give full consideration to applicants that wish to work flexibly including part-time and due consideration will be given to applicants who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy*, onsite childcare facilities
The University of Southampton is in the top 1% of world universities and in the top 10 of the UK’s research-intensive universities. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and being a globally responsible university and has recently been awarded the Platinum EcoAward. This commits all of our staff and students to take responsibility for managing their activities to minimise harm to the environment, whether this through switching off non-essential electrical equipment or using the recycling facilities.
*subject to qualifying criteria
*Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.
Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Min Kwan Kim (m.k.kim@soton.ac.uk) or Professor Neil Sandham (n.sandham@soton.ac.uk), applications are only accepted via the online application process.
Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing 31st October 2022.
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Lauren Ward (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750, or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk. Please quote reference 2032222DA on all correspondence.
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