Research Associate in Leakage Modelling - Sheffield, United Kingdom - University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

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Sheffield, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Are you interested in working for a world top 100 University? Do you want to make a quantifiable difference to the UK water sector? We are looking for an exceptional researcher to use their skills to help the UK with the challenge of reducing leakage from our vital water networks.

We have an exciting opening in the Department of Civil and Structural Engineering for someone with a background in Engineering, Physics or Mathematics to develop and deliver models to help identify and locate background leakage in drinking water distribution systems.

Educated to PhD level in Engineering (or other relevant field or equivalent experience), you will possess a good solid understanding of UK water company data systems, in particular related to water distribution networks and leakage.

You should also have excellent hydraulic network modelling, machine learning and coding skills. If you are passionate about reducing leakage, then we would love to hear from you.

We're one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK.

The University's Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect.

We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.