Research Associate Department Mechanical Engineering Salary Starting from £38,784, rising to £46,049 Closing date Monday 26 October 2026 About the role Advance Your Engineering Career Through Innovation and Impact The Department of Mechanical Engineering is seeking to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Associate to investigate the fluid dynamics and heat transfer in rotating compressor cavities of gas turbine engines. The project is funded by the EPSRC in collaboration with the University of Surrey, Rolls-Royce and Siemens Energy. We are seeking a driven and capable individual to lead a high-impact project developing the next generation of hydrogen-compatible turbomachinery technology. This position will offer you a way to apply your experience to a project that could shape the future of green energy technology and net-zero aerospace. As the Research Associate, you'll lead a technically ambitious project with real-world application and long-term value. You'll have the chance to: - Take ownership of a major research project to advance the understanding of fluid-dynamics and heat transfer through innovative experimental methods - Work at the intersection of academia and industry with support from both - Develop your skills in leadership, innovation, and strategic technical development - Gain access to training and a personal development allowance - Broaden your professional network through interaction with industrial partners This role offers the autonomy of an academic position, with the added benefits of structured support and mentoring. The goal is to investigate experimentally the buoyancy-induced rotating flow in a compressor cavity at low TRL. The research is underpinned by brand new instrumentation and will be conducted over a range of non-dimensional, engine-representative conditions. The study includes a fundamental exploration of boundary-layer transition from laminar to turbulent flow at high Grashof number. The experiments will be complemented by computational simulation at the University of Surrey, with the aim to scale data to higher TRL. The successful completion and implementation of this research will improve engine design methods at Rolls-Royce and Siemens for next-generation hydrogen-compatible engines. About you The ideal candidate will have: - A PhD in a relevant engineering field or experience in industrial R
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