We are seeking to appoint a research assistant who will undertake research towards a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering. The project objectives are to develop models for the design and analysis of turbo-compressors suitable for industrial high temperature heat pumps (IHTHPs). The focus will be on the gas flow path considering non-ideal gas behaviour and multi-stage arrangements. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tools will be used for validation.
Position Title: Research Assistant – Marie Curie, Industrial Heat Pump Compressor Design - Gas Flow Path – 16995
Department/College: Department of Engineering/College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences
Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus
Salary: £50,508 per annum inclusive of London Allowance - without any pension contributions
Hours: Full-time
Contract Type: Fixed-term for 36 months
Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university. For more information please visit https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home
The Department of Engineering delivers programmes in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, and Civil and Environmental Engineering. It has a wide portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate taught and research programmes and is active in delivering transnational education. The department has a thriving research culture with substantial research facilities supporting the delivery of world leading impactful research.
Candidates must hold at least a first degree or a Master-degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant subject.
This project is part of a Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions (MSCA) ITN aiming to train 15 PhD candidates within the newly funded project: Industrial Decarbonisation Using Innovative Low-Grade Heat Upgrade (HeatMinds). The overall aim of the work programme is to undertake cutting-edge multidisciplinary research and development to make a step change in the understanding of Industrial High Temperature Heat Pump technology. The successful candidate will start on 1 April 2027.
Candidates must not have worked or studied in the UK in the last three years.
Closing date for applications: 30 October 2026
Interviews will take place in the first two weeks of November 2026.
If you have any technical issues please contact us at: hrsystems@brunel.ac.uk
Brunel University London wishes to promote an inclusive and diverse workforce and create a culture that values the contribution of all backgrounds and communities. All employees will be recruited, selected and appointed in line with our equality and diversity policy.
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