Research Associate in Real Driving Emissions (CF7184R)

The Institute of Advanced Automotive Propulsion Systems (IAAPS) at the University of Bath is recruiting a Research Associate/Research Fellow to be responsible for providing specific expertise in vehicle emissions systems in undertaking work for the Model Based Validation project (MB_Val) with Ford Motor Company.

The MB_Val project aims to create new methodologies that will allow Ford to improve its development and validation processes whilst faced with the new emissions legislation: Real Driving Emissions (RDE). The post holder will be expected to undertake work for the delivery of the project work packages. These work packages will create and implement methods to replicate:

This post will be based at Ford’s site near Basildon, Essex. They will be expected to work between multiple teams within Ford whilst reporting to their line manager at the University. This is a unique opportunity to integrate both a growing university research team and a leading automotive OEM.

IAAPS is a leading centre for theoretical, experimental and analytical research into powertrain systems in the UK. IAAPS has an excellent track record in delivering industry-relevant projects, and has long established collaborations with industrial partners. The Institute considers its remit to be all of the links in the chain from energy storage to its conversion into mechanical work on board a vehicle.

Applicants should possess a PhD degree, or an equivalent professional experience/qualification, in subject area of direct relevance for the project and have research or industrial experience. Applicants must have experience of automotive powertrain systems in the context of emissions control and legislation. Experience of delivery and involvement in collaborative research programmes between industry and academia would also be highly beneficial. Candidates should be self-motivated and possess project management and technical communication skills.

This position is full time (36.5 hours per week) and is being offered on a fixed term contract basis with an expected expiry date of 4th March 2020.

The University of Bath holds Silver Award for Athena SWAN scheme, which promotes gender equality among all disciplines. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups.  

On the application you will need to state which position you are applying for, Research Associate, Research Fellow, or both. 

For any informal enquiries please contact Dr Richard Burke (R.D.Burke@bath.ac.uk) 

Closing Date: 21 Nov 2019
Type: Education & Research