Research Associate in Hydro-environmental Modelling - Cardiff, United Kingdom - Cardiff University

Cardiff University

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Cardiff, United Kingdom

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Description

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Research
To conduct research within developing hydro-environmental and optimisation models to enhance design of tidal range renewable energy schemes 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 and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting
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 and which will 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.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Qualifications and EducationKnowledge, Skills and Experience**•An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within two or more of the following research fields:

i. hydrodynamics processes

- ii. Water quality and sediment transport processes.- b. Assessment, optimisation and modelling of marine renewable schemes.- 3. Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field

4. Proven ability to publish in international journals and international conferences
Communication and Team Working
Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication
7. Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals
Other
Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work
9. Proven ability to work without close supervision
Desirable Criteria
Relevant professional qualification(s).
2. Evidence of collaborations with industry.
3. Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
4. Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.
5. Previous experience of using Open Access hydroenvironmental models such as Telemac, Delft3D and DIVAST