Internal Applicants Only - Research Associate bei Cardiff University

This post is currently open to employees of Cardiff University only.  Please do not apply if you do not have a current contract of employment with the University.

Internal Applicants Only - Research Associate
Cardiff School of Engineering

Applicants are invited to apply for the position of Research Associate within the Cardiff School of Engineering.

The main duty of this role is to conduct research within the Advanced High Voltage Engineering Research Centre in the field of tunnel power cables earthing, safety and protection under electromagnetic transient voltages and currents. The work will examine previous calculations and evaluate the alternative working methods for implementation on practical tunnel project, as well as further investigations to consider various safe working scenarios.  The post holder will:

• Carry out modelling of tunnel earthing systems and verification of induced voltages.
• Model electromagnetic transients on cable sheaths and earthing system.
• Investigate the requirement for and removal of sheath voltage limiters.

The post holder will contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out research leading to the publishing of high-quality research. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.

This post is full time (35  hours per week), available from 1st  August 2025 and is fixed term for 7.3 months or until 30 September 2026 whichever date is earliest.

Salary: Grade 6 Salary Range £40,497 to 45,413 per annum pro rata. We do not anticipate appointing this position above point 6.32 salary £40,497

Job ref: 20655BR

For informal enquiries about the post please contact Dr David Clark ([email protected])

For further details about working at Cardiff School of Engineering please contact Karen Baldwin/Chiara Riolo /Bev Jones at [email protected]

Closing date: Tuesday, 09 September 2025

External applications are currently not being considered for this post.  If the decision is made to open the post to external candidates, the strapline at the top will be removed and you will be given ample time to apply – please check back periodically for details.

The School of Engineering holds an Athena SWAN Bronze Award that recognises good employment practice and a commitment to develop the careers of women working in science. Cardiff University is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. For this vacancy we actively encourage women to apply. We will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share opportunities. 

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds.  We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age.  In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at:  Responsible research assessment - Research - Cardiff University

Research

• To conduct innovative research in the field of tunnel power cables earthing, safety and protection and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students. 
• To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals
• To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required
• To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project, regular meetings with our industrial partner and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting of research milestones.
• To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate.
• To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field.
• To participate in School research activities.
• To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects.

Other

• To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.

• To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to enhance performance.
• To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world.

• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

45,413

Grade 6

40,497

Academic - Research

Research

Qualifications and Education

1. Postgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion / submission) in a related subject area or relevant work experience

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

2. An established experience and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience in at least two of the following research fields:

• Numerical modelling of earthing systems
• Earthing measurements
• Modelling of cable circuits
• Analysis of safety for electrical systems.

 

3. Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field
4. Proven ability to publish in national/international journals, national/international conferences and/or other research outputs.
5. Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodies.

Communication and Team Working

6. Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication
7. Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals.

Other

8. Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work.
9. Proven ability to work without close supervision.

Desirable
              1    Evidence of collaborations with industry.