Marie Curie Research Fellow
Location: Glasgow Scotland
Description: University of Strathclyde is presently looking of Marie Curie Research Fellow right now, this career will be placed in Scotland. Detailed specification about this career opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Brief Outline of Job:
The Marie Curie Research Fellow will focus on the development of a new field probe equipped with a sensor for measurement
of pore-water tension and a benchmark field experiment to validate existing and new sensors. The research is carried out
the place of useful learning R19/2014
The University of Strathclyde is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, number SC015263 1
within the EC/FP7 Marie Curie Industry-Academia Partnership Pathways (IAPP) ‘MAGIC-Monitoring systems to Assess
Main Activities/Responsibilities:
Design, conduct, and interpret experiments to investigate feasibility of pore-water tension measurements under
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dynamic conditions
Cooperate with senior staff at the University of Strathclyde and Tecnopenta (SME) to design, test, and evaluate the
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penetrometer tip equipped with sensor for pore-water tension measurement
3. Calibrate in the laboratory the instruments provided by Pessl Instruments (SME) for field monitoring
Cooperate with senior staff at the University of Strathclyde and Pessl Instruments to design installation procedure at
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the Strathclyde benchmark facilities
5. Install instruments at the site and configure the data acquisition system in cooperation with Pessl Instruments
6. Interpret data and model the groundwater-atmosphere interaction at the Strathclyde benchmark facilities
7. Manage and prioritise own w! orkload within agreed objectives to ensure that all activities are completed to deadlines
Input as a team member to the wider consortium project, attending consortium meetings and presenting research
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progress reports
9. Contribute to supervision of MEng and PhD students involved in the research
10. Attend national and international conferences and contribute to research publications in in high quality journals
Person Specification
Educational and/or Professional Qualifications
(E=Essential, i.e. a candidate must meet all essential criteria to be considered for selection, D=Desirable)
E.1 Minimum of 2:1 honours degree in civil engineering.
E.2 PhD (or be near completion) in soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering or a related field
Experience
E.3 Experience in laboratory hydro-mechanical testing of soils
E.4 Experience or training in laboratory testing of soi! ls under unsaturated conditions
D.1 Experience or training in ! sensor electronics
D.2 Experience in field monitoring of geostructures
Job Related Skills and Achievements
E.5 Strong background in Civil Engineering
E.6 Ability to deliver international leading research in Soil Mechanics/Geotechnical Engineering
E.7 Evidence of a profile in the form of emerging international research reputation
E.8 Ability to write high standard research papers
D.3 Italian language skills, including an ability to understand and respond in basic Italian
Personal Attributes
E.9 Enthusiastic for the challenge of working in a multi-sector environment
E.10 Ability to plan and organise own workload effectively
E.11 Ability to work within a team environment
E.12 Ability to present complex information in an accessible way to a range of audiences
E.13 Proven ability to work under pressure
Other Relevant Factors
E.14 Must not have re! sided or carried out his/her main activity in UK, for more than 12 months in the last 3 years. at the
time of recruitment, will not be a staff member researcher
the place of useful learning R19/2014
The University of Strathclyde is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, number SC015263 2
Application Procedure
Applicants are required to complete an application form including the name of three referees who will be contacted before
interview without permission, unless you indicate that you would prefer otherwise. Applicants should also submit a Curriculum
Vitae and a covering letter as a single document detailing the knowledge, skills and experience you think make you the right
candidate for the job. Applicants should also complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.
Other Information
Further information on the application process and working at Strathclyde can be found on our website!
(http://www.strath.ac.uk/hr/workforus).
Informal enq! uiries about the post can be directed to Professor Alessandro Tarantino, (+44 (0)141 548 3539 /
alessandro.tarantino@strath.ac.uk),
Probation
Where applicable, the successful applicant will be required to serve a 9 month probationary period.
Pension
The successful applicant will be eligible to join the Universities' Superannuation Scheme. Further information regarding this
scheme is available from Payroll and Pensions.
Relocation
Where applicable, the University offers a relocation package to support new employees who meet the eligibility criteria. The
relocation package is offered as a contribution towards costs incurred, and is designed to be flexible, allowing staff to use the
financial support available in the way that will be most helpful to them. Further details are outlined in the Relocation Policy.
Interviews
Informal interviews will be held on Wednesday, 12 March ! 2014.
Equality and Diversity
We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
the place of useful learning R19/2014
The University of Strathclyde is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, number SC015263 3
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If you were eligible to this career, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to University of Strathclyde.
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This career starts available on: Tue, 11 Feb 2014 18:39:39 GMT
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