Research Associate in Terahertz Quantum Communication - Glasgow, United Kingdom - University of Glasgow

Description

Job Purpose
Main Duties and Responsibilities Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of PI,
Dr Kaveh Delfanazari: 1.

Take a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.2.

Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.3.

Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of The University of Glasgow/ School/ Research Group, including establishing and sustaining a track record of independent and joint publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.4.

Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project & subject area, & develop/implement a suitable research strategy.5.

Presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.6.

Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.7.

Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the research group/School/College/University and wider community (e.g. Academic and Industrial Partners).8.

Take a leading role in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and School research group activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs and culture of the School/College.9.

Take the lead in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.10.

Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditures.11. Make a leading contribution to Teaching activities (e.g. demonstrating etc) and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Principal Investigator.12. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.13.

Engage in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.14.

Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.
15. Contribute to the enhancement of the University's international profile in line with the University's Strategic Plan, World Changers Together
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience Knowledge and Qualifications Essential: A1 Normally Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) or alternatively possess the equivalent in professional qualifications and experience, with experience of personal development in a similar or related role(s)A2 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of current issues and future directions within the wider subject area or subject specialism of microwave, mm-waves and terahertz science and technology (including low noise high-frequency characterisation and measurements), for the development of communication hardware, and systems.

A3 Knowledge of project-specific technical models, equipment or techniques for microwave, mm-wave and terahertz hardware and related devices and circuits in communication systems.

Skills Essential: C1 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely.
C2 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach.
C3 Appropriate workload/time/project/budget/people management skills.
C4 Extensive IT and data analysis/interpretation skills as appropriate.
C5 Self-motivation, initiative and independent thought/working.
C6 Problem solving skills including a flexible and pragmatic approach.

Experience Essential: E1 Sufficient depth of relevant research experience, normally including sufficient postdoctoral experience in a related field, appropriate to an early career researcher.

E2 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient mannerE3 A track record of presentation and publication of research results in quality journals/conferences related to microwave, mm-waves and terahertz science and technology.

E4 Experience in making a leading contribution to academic activities in the area of microwave-terahertz technology, and communication systems and networks.

E5 Ability to demonstrate a degree of independence as illustrated by the identification of project objectives from assessment of the literature, design & analysis of experiments & drafting of papers.

E6 Experience in undertaking independent research.

Desirable: F1 Experience in working in cleanrooms,F2 Experience in developing and deploying appropriate micro and nanofabrication techniques for hardware realisation for communication systems,F3 Experience in cryogenic DC/RF spectroscopy

Closing date:

30 April 2024 Terms and Conditions Salary will be Grade 7, £39,347 - £44,263 per annum. This post is full time and fixed term for up to 12 months, in the first instance.

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

3 A flexible approach to working.