Research Assistant in METzero - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom - Newcastle University

Description

The Role

We are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Research Assistant for a 6 month full time position working with Dr Elizabeth Heidrich, Dr Toby Wood, Dr Richard Law and Dr Chris O'Malley on the EPSRC-funded project "METzero – Bringing the water sector towards Net-Zero using Microbial Electrochemical Technologies (METs)".

The goal of this project is to unlock the resource potential of wastewater by developing microbial electrochemical technologies capable of treating wastewater whilst recovering resource. It will combine pilot scale research in reactor design and optimisation, electronics engineering, and mathematical modelling.

You will support the design and optimisation of the electronic control units of large-scale microbial electrolysis cells for wastewater treatment. You will be responsible for the design and execution of research into the operation and design on these units to optimise their performance for wastewater treatment and energy recovery.

You must be able to work in a systematic and rigorous way and be capable of managing day to day elements of the research. You will be required to write scientifically rigorous research papers and to present your work to non-specialist audiences.

You will have a Masters in Embedded Systems and Internet of Things and experience of the software and hardware for electronic control systems.

For informal enquires please contact Elizabeth Heidrich at

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Applications should be made through the Newcastle University careers site. You are required to provide evidence on how you will meet the essential criteria required by uploading a letter of application along with your CV.

Key Accountabilities

• Developing and testing control units for microbial electrolysis cells

• Participation in the research activities of the Environmental Engineering group at Newcastle University

• Participation in the publication of high-quality research papers in journals of international standing

• Any other duties that may be required from time to time, commensurate with the grade of the post

The Person

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Strong background in electronics and control engineering

• Understanding of components such as Multiplexers and the ADC's and their use in control systems

• Ability to design and test different breadboarded circuits using programs such as Tinkercad

• Able to build breadboard prototypes

• Good understanding of a range of electrical components such as MOSFETs and BJTs

Desirable

• Experience in working with university research teams

• Experience writing reports

Attributes and Behaviour

• Ability to communicate scientific results to a broad or non-specialist audience

• Ability to work independently using own initiative and to meet deadlines

• Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, including participating in research meetings and working on joint research projects

• Commitment to the values of equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work

Desirable

• An interest in or experience of working with industrial stakeholders

• Experience of working in a trans-disciplinary project

Qualifications

• A Masters in Embedded Systems and Internet of Things

• A BSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.

We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.

At Newcastle University we hold a silver award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.

In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.

Requisition ID: 27031

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