Post Graduate Research Assistant (PGRA) ECORES WIND Horizon Project

Oxford Brookes University – Health, Science and TechnologyLocation: Oxford Salary: £32,080 rising to £34,610 Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract Placed On: 9th October 2025 Closes: 10th November 2025This is a full time, fixed term externally funded post for a period of 14 months from the start date.Overall purpose of post: To build and populate LCA models of wind energy systems involving wind turbines under a range of alternative scenarios specifically to do with End-of-Life (EoL) management, reuse and recycling.The post holder will also be required to carry out extensive literature searches to inform the model and identify key model parameters, and he/she will be expected to contribute to the dissemination of the project results via peer reviewed Journal Papers and/or Conference Proceedings.You Will Be Responsible ForLiaising with other ECORES-WIND project partners, both in academia and the industry, and to enable quick and efficient sharing of information and modelling results within the project consortium.Carrying out an extensive literature review of previous LCAs of wind energy systems.Leading the development of a whole range of detailed LCA models of corresponding wind energy scenarios, considering the use of innovative recyclable resins, and associated EoL dismantling, reuse and recycling options.Carrying out a range of Sensitivity Analyses on the aforementioned LCA models (to be defined under supervisory guidance).Contributing to writing papers and assisting with the preparation thereof, for publication at the level of quality required for the Research Excellence Framework (REF).Participating in the annual Personal Development and Review process, and to actively contribute to the research culture of the Department.Carrying out any other duties as required by the line manager/mentor within expectation of the appointed grade.You Should HaveAn MSc or PhD degree or equivalent in materials science and engineering or another related scientific or engineering discipline, and should have a strong background in sustainability and Life Cycle Assessment.Excellent teamwork and communication skills.Good communication skills and proficiency in written and spoken English are required.Find out more and apply.