Assistant Professor in Fluid Mechanics

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Professor in Fluid Mechanics at the Centre for Fluid and Complex Systems, Coventry University. FCS specialises in fundamental and applied fluid mechanics and statistical physics and tackles problems in applied mathematics, theoretical and experimental sciences with applications to natural, industrial and societal processes. Specific themes include experimental work in geophysical fluid dynamics, and variability and self-organisation in stellar evolution.

The post is intended to reinforce research in industrial flow measurement within the Engineering Systems group. The group specialises in analytical, experimental and numerical methods to develop innovative models and solutions for a variety of environmental and industrial challenges, where fluid mechanics is key. Group members have extensive experience in a wide range of applications, including geophysical fluid dynamics, industrial flow measurement, reservoir modelling and metering for Carbon Capture and Storage, the risks from space travel to planetary protection, and the development of heart assist devices. The group has generated a substantial patent portfolio, and has a strong track record of developing novel applications from first concept through to product launch. Candidates with expertise in any aspect of industrial flow instrumentation are welcome.

The Centre operates at the core of a large network of international collaborators with the specificity of blending theoretical with in-house experimental and numerical approaches. The Centre has its own three inch three-phase (oil/water/gas) flow rig with both tomographic and Coriolis mass flow reference metering. The Centre maps to REF Unit of Assessment 10 (Mathematics) and 95% of its output was deemed internationally excellent or world-leading at the 2021 REF exercise. Its research is supported by UK and European funding bodies (UKRI, ERC and others) as well as industry.

You will be responsible for commissioning and delivering impactful research, while working with the group and the Centre at large to grow the research activity and develop independent research. The role will allow you to contribute to the research Centre's strategy, producing research with a demonstrable contribution to knowledge, society and the economy, growing the centre's national and international network of collaborators. You will seek external funding through grants or contracts to support your research, whilst supervising research fellows/assistants, doctoral students, masters' students, technical and other support staff.

The School of Computing, Mathematics and Data Science offers undergraduate degrees in mathematics, mathematics and statistics, physics and mathematics, physics, and data science; postgraduate courses include data science & computational intelligence and data science. You will be able to contribute to teaching modules on these courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level and will work closely with the course teams to help provide a high-quality learning environment.

As an Assistant Professor working within the Research Centre for Fluid and Complex Systems you will actively contribute to the centre with 60% of your time being spent on research within the centre's field and 40% spent on teaching within appropriate subjects.

Qualifications Required:
A PhD in engineering, physics, mathematics, or equivalent.

Person Specification:
You will demonstrate international research excellence, evidenced through a strong track record of high-quality publications, research achievements and success in securing external research funding, appropriate to their career stage. You will have an internationally recognised research profile aligned with the priorities of the Research Centre and the research interests of the group.

You should have a sustained record of producing internationally recognised research outputs, alongside a strong pipeline of future publications. Experience of securing and successfully delivering externally funded research grants and contracts is essential, as is the ability to develop collaborative networks that support the Centre's strategic objectives and research activities.

The role requires evidence of research impact beyond academia, including influencing industry, business, healthcare or policy development, along with experience of successfully supervising doctoral students and a proven commitment to high-quality teaching, supported by relevant quality assurance and evaluation mechanisms.

Within the Centre, the successful applicant will be expected to lead research within the remit of REF UoA 10 (mathematics), to deliver internationally excellent or world-leading outputs, industrial or societal impact, and to attract sufficient funding to help grow the centre's research portfolio.

Benefits:
- Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
- 30 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
- New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
- Life Assurance 4 x Salary
- BUPA Cash Plan
- 50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
- CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/Online Retailers
- Cycle To Work Scheme