Research Associate in Aerodynamic Experimental Database Development
19 hours ago
Loughborough
Job Title: Research Associate in Aerodynamic Experimental Database DevelopmentJob Reference: REQ250708Date Posted: Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTApplication Closing Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTLocation: LoughboroughPackage: Specialist and Supporting Academic Research grade 6 from £35116 to £45413 per annum Loughborough University, Department of Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering Research Associate in Aerodynamic Experimental Database Development, Full time, fixed-term post up to 31 December 2028 Loughborough University has recently been awarded more than £1M to expand the existing wind tunnel experimental database which is part of a UKRI/EPSRC award to the National Wind Tunnel Facility (NWTF ). This is a unique opportunity to design, build and test two references models at several UK academic wind tunnels and to further develop the NWTF experimental database. The successful candidate will lead on the development, delivery and testing of two new reference models related to automotive and aerospace applications. They should have experience in experimental fluid mechanics, mechanical design skills, project management and managing experimental data. The role will also involve interaction with other Universities within the NWTF and particularly the hub based at Imperial College London. For more information refer to the ___ Loughborough is a top 10 UK University, and the Department has a reputation within industry and academia for research excellence and producing highly trained, well-educated and professional engineers. Informal enquiries should be made to Prof. Gary Page, Principal Investigator by email or by telephone on 01509 227205. The closing date for receipt of applications is 14 September 2025