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Research Fellow

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
United Kingdom
Closing date
Oct 3, 2016

Job Details

JOB PURPOSE:

To be an active member of the research team in the design, development and testing of a new connection for structural steel
sections. This research uses fully automated, precise, volumetric cutting techniques in order to drastically reduce fabrication costs of
steel structures. The role will focus on (a) laboratory testing and refinement of the new steel connection design and (b) development
and calibration of a numerical model of the new steel connection.

MAJOR DUTIES:
Design localised steel plate connection, for manufacture via steel cutting technologies, in collaboration with project partners.
Develop and carry out experimental testing of steel plate connection, including direct tension, compression and shear loading
tests.
Design, develop and refine a non-linear numerical model of the steel connection in order to calibrate it and accurately model
connection behaviour during small and large scale experimental testing.
Record, analyse and critically evaluate numerical model and experimental results.
Present regular progress reports on research to members of the research group.
Prepare, often in consultation with supervisor, material for publication in international peer reviewed journals and conferences.
Carry out routine administrative tasks associated with the research project to ensure that project is completed on time and within
budget. These might include organisation of project meetings and documentation, risk assessment of research activities.
Read and critically assess the academic literature in order to keep abreast of developments in the field of steel connections,
structures and advanced cutting technologies.
Contribute to disseminate and publicise research findings of the project, as outlined in the Impact and Dissemination plan
(industry and school outreach activities, workshops, webinars, etc). Planning and Organising: Plan own activities within the framework of the agreed research programme. Timescales range from 1-6 months in advance and
contribute to research group planning.
Plan up to a year in advance to meet deadlines for journal publications and to prepare presentations and papers for
conferences.
Plan for the use of research resources, laboratories and workshops where appropriate.
Coordinate and liaise with other members of the research group over work progress.
Assist with project proposals and grant applications to external bodies.

Resource Management Responsibilities:

Manage, maintain and plan project work to achieve deliverables. Communicate research needs and requirements to the Principal Investigator of the project.
Ensure research resources are used in an effective and efficient manner.
Provide guidance as required to support staff and any students who may be assisting with research.

 

 

 

Internal and External Relationships:


Liaise on a regular basis with project partners, colleagues and students.
Build internal and external contacts and participate in networks for the exchange of information and to form relationships for
future collaboration.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
Honours degree or equivalent in civil or mechanical engineering.
Hold or be about to obtain a PhD in steel connections or steel structures.
At least 3 years relevant research experience to include:

 

• Linear and non-linear finite element modelling

 

• At least one of: ABAQUS, LUSAS

• Testing of construction materials and structures

• A track record of strong report writing or publications skills commensurate with stage in career
Sufficient breadth and depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within
established research programmes.
Ability to contribute to broader management and administrative processes.
Ability to communicate complex information clearly.
Ability to build contacts and participate in internal and external networks.
Demonstrable intellectual ability.
Ability to assess and organise resources.

Ability to fulfil the mobility requirements associated with the post, including periods of laboratory testing at partner institutions in the U.S. and Republic of Ireland, and travel to participate in international conferences.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:
Experience in steel connection design and laboratory testing of steel connections.
Experience in Structure from Motion (SfM) or Digital Image Correlation (DIC) techniques.
A strong background in finite element analysis and mechanics.
Knowledge of advanced manufacturing techniques for steel cutting and fabrication.

 

 

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