Researcher (Med-IREN Project)

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) has been awarded funding from UKRI to develop the Med-IREN project: Mediterranean critical Infrastructure Resilience Engineering with Nature based solutions (UKRI Horizon Europe HORIZON-MISS-2023-CLIMA-01-02).

LJMU supports the design of structures by quantifying potential waste and incorporating biomaterials using locally available resources, leveraging its expertise in molecular analysis of bio-feedstock, waste valorisation, degradation kinetics & durability, mineralogical phase characterisation of materials, lab-based testing on electrochemical techniques, microstructure performance evaluation and computational modelling.

You will be self-motivated with a proven track record on molecular and microstructural analysis, waste valorisation with stabilisation, degradation kinetics & durability and engineering knowledge of electrochemical technique towards durability and performance evaluation of construction materials, aligned with SDGs and experienced on working in a team environment, able to raise the profile and promoting the activities of the project. The researcher assesses and enhances the durability of reinforced zero-cement concrete and bio-based materials compositions, utilising regional and European resources, conduct thorough laboratory testing and self-healing systems and perform a variety of durability tests.

The role provides the unique opportunity to work with a driven and hardworking research team within the University, along with researchers from the School of Engineering and Built Environment. You will be self-motivated, highly results-oriented individual with a proven track record of achieving ambitious goals and exceeding expectations in a relevant discipline. This is a fixed term post for 2 years.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.