Faculty of Science
School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics
Senior Research Associate
Ref: RA2286
Starting salary from £38,249 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £45,413 per annum.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Research Associate to join the School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics to conduct mathematical studies on sea-ice surface recovery from bottom pressure data.
Knowledge of sea ice characteristics, like thickness and distribution, is vital for understanding polar dynamics. The interaction between ocean waves and ice is crucial, influencing ice break-up and, consequently, solar energy absorption, impacting global warming. Extracting accurate information from satellites is challenging. The project aims to demonstrate mathematically how pressure measurements from the ocean bottom can be utilised to calculate surface wave features.
As a Senior Research Associate you will be associated with a particular project and will contribute ideas and/or enhancement of techniques or methodologies. You will perform mathematical analysis and numerical computations and interpret the results, write up results and present information on research progress and outcomes. You may be involved in the supervision of researchers and teaching of students within the School.
You will have a PhD in applied mathematics, preferably fluid mechanics. You will also have publications in respected journals within the field and be able to work in a proactive and results driven manner. Advanced skills directly relating to this research area would be advantageous.
This full-time post is available from 1 May 2025 on a fixed term basis for up to 36 months.
UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.
Benefits include:
- 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 26 March 2025
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