Research Associate in Net Zero Future Heating System Design and Evaluation (FM11937)

Job title:

Research Associate in Net Zero Future Heating System Design and Evaluation (FM11937)

Company:

University of Bath

Job description

Job title Research Associate in Net Zero Future Heating System Design and EvaluationDepartment Architecture & Civil EngineeringSalary Starting from £37,099, rising to £44,263Grade Grade 7Contract Type Full Time, Fixed TermPlaced on Friday 26 July 2024Closing date Sunday 01 September 2024Interview date Monday 16 September 2024Reference FM11937Special Conditions The position involves driving and requires a valid UK driving licenceApplicant Visa Guidance ShareResearch Associate in Net Zero Future Heating System Design and EvaluationAbout the roleApplications are invited for a highly motivated and ambitious Research Associate to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering.Buildings have increasing potential to be active participants in the transition to Net Zero. Demand side energy management, energy storage, and even the thermal mass of a building structure, have potential to facilitate and enhance energy flexibility. The ability to shift the timing of building energy demands and the decoupling of heating energy supply from demand are important levers in optimisation of buildings and energy network interaction, including the utilisation of renewable energy resources. However, retaining the high fidelity associated with building level energy modelling is challenging when scaled-up and aggregated to street, community, or higher levels.This project will seek to develop computational modelling of building energy use with improved fidelity at scale. The aim of this modelling is to deliver accurate insight into the impact of future heating technologies and strategy options for residential buildings.This is a full-time position with an expected end date of 1st September 2026.For an informal discussion about each role please contact Dr Andy Shea on . Please ensure you submit your application via our website.About youYour skills and attributes:

• a PhD in an engineering/physical sciences subject
• demonstrable skills in energy modelling including programmatic use of EnergyPlus, or similar building energy modelling tools
• experience in delivering research project results in a built environment context, i.e. a record of peer-reviewed journal and conference papers in this or a closely related area

Experience in AI/ML tools for advanced building energy modelling is desirable.For a full Person Specification please see the Job Description attached below.Further informationWhat we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a

and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements * an
that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce * a wide range of personal and

• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for:

, , ..We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a . We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.We are very proud to be an and are an accredited ; committed to .what makes the University of Bath a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.Further details:We are constantly seeking to reduce the unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. To support this, personal details will be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage.

Expected salary

£37099 – 44263 per year

Location

Bath

Job date

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 00:05:41 GMT

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