Description
Grade: UE07 per annum
School of Engineering, College of Science & Engineering / Institute for Multiscale Thermofluids
Full-Time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-Term: up to 24 months
We are looking for a post-doctoral researcher associate (PDRA) who has appreciable experience with laser diagnostics and spray atomization for fundamental studies of primary breakup of synthetic liquid fuels including ammonia.
The Opportunity
This Research Associate position will contribute to the project Unresolved fluid mechanics at liquid / gas interfaces for primary breakup of atomizing sprays within the Institute of Multiscale Thermofluids at the University of Edinburgh which is funded by the European Research Council.
This project focuses on experimental measurements to study the fluid mechanics associated with primary atomization for a variety of liquids and bespoke nozzles. This portion of the project will place more emphasis on synthetic fuels such as ammonia which are prone to flash boiling. This project utilizes imaging methods such as ballistic imaging and two-photon LIF to image intact liquid structures within a spray and combines this imaging with wavelet-based optical flow to measure the velocity and acceleration distributions associated with liquid structures. Systematic studies will be performed to understand the primary breakup behaviour for flashing and non-flashing operation and compare these dynamics with other liquid‑nozzle imaging will also be considered using transparent nozzles to correlate the near-field breakup behaviour with the liquid behaviour exiting the nozzle.
We are hiring a PDRA with experience with laser diagnostics in sprays. Candidates with experience in optical flow can also be considered. Candidates without experience with laser diagnostics will not be considered. Strong candidates will exhibit the ability to learn new diagnostics and image processing methods (e.g. wOFV) and apply them to optically dense sprays. Candidates must have their PhD in Engineering or other relevant fields. The candidate will join two PhDs and another PDRA working within the realms of this project.
This role is UE07 and is available on a fixed term basis for up to 24 months.
Your skills and attributes for success
* Proven track record with laser diagnostics for fluid mechanics research
* Experience in spray research
* Strong track‑record in publishing in peer reviewed scientific journals
* Experience or theoretical knowledge of optical flow
* Strong understanding of fluid mechanics and multiphase flows
A full list of main responsibilities and the knowledge skills and experience required for the role can be found in the full job description below.
What we offer
* A competitive salary
* An exciting positive creative challenging and rewarding place to work
* To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
* Comprehensive Staff Benefits such as a generous holiday entitlement competitive pension schemes staff discounts and family‑friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions actively promoting LGBT equality.
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The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. This will depend on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant.
Key dates to note
Closing date: 24 September 2025
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Interviews will be held directly after shortlisting candidates.
Required Experience
IC
Key Skills
* Asset Management
* Fire Fighting
* HR SAP
* AC Maintenance
* Environment Health And Safety
* Maintenance Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary: £41,064 - £48,822
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