Research Fellow in Civil Engineering

Overview

The University of South Wales is hiring a Research Fellow for a full-time, fixed-term position in Civil or Materials Engineering. This role is funded by the Switch to Net Zero Buildings PBIAA grant through UKRI EPSRC for a project focused on accelerating net-zero construction in the Swansea Bay City Region through the validation and industrial scale-up of low-carbon building components using local waste-derived materials. The position is based at the Pontypridd Campus in the United Kingdom.

Who can apply

Applications are welcomed from candidates in the UK and worldwide, subject to obtaining relevant UK Visas and Immigration permissions. Applicants must hold a PhD in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related discipline. Additional knowledge and experience in resins, cement, and concrete are desirable, alongside good communication and networking skills for collaborating with project partners.

What you get

The position offers a salary starting from £41,064 per annum. The role involves working closely with an industrial partner, Carapace Slate Ltd, to investigate ultra low-carbon roofing and façade products utilizing regionally relevant waste materials such as waste-derived aggregates.

Requirements

The post holder is expected to investigate the rheological and curing behavior of low-carbon formulations, assess the impact of waste aggregate variability, and establish validated processing envelopes for repeatable automated manufacturing. Responsibilities include producing demonstrator components, generating adoption-ready datasets, writing high-quality publications, and preparing grant proposals. All staff are expected to share a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-02.