Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Engineering

The Role and Department The Department of Engineering is consistently one of the best engineering departments in the UK, with an outstanding reputation for excellence in teaching, research, and student employability. The Department is ranked 5th in the Complete University Guide, 6th in the Guardian University Guide, and 7th in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 for General Engineering in the UK. Ranked in the top six overall in REF 2021 (with 95% of publications rated as 4* or 3*), this dynamic Department is an excellent place to work. The strategic vision for the Department includes a growth plan of over 50% over the next five years, with a significant enhancement of the research challenge portfolio and a drive to enrich our undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and postgraduate research provision. It is an exciting time to join this expanding Department and make your mark. The Department also holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award, recognising our commitment to diversity in STEM academics and reflecting the supportive and positive environment within the Department.