Research Associate/Fellow in Electrical Machines
Join the University of Nottingham’s PEMC group to advance cutting-edge electrical machine design for aerospace and beyond.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers with a PhD in electrical machines, electromagnetics, or electrical engineering, passionate about innovative machine design and electromagnetic modelling.
Overview
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to pioneering research in advanced electrical machine design within the Power Electronics, Machines and Control (PEMC) group at the University of Nottingham. The successful candidate will engage in high-impact projects spanning aerospace propulsion, innovative machine topologies, and electromagnetic modelling. The role is ideal for researchers with a PhD in electrical machines, electromagnetics, or a related field, seeking to develop technical independence and drive multidisciplinary innovation. The two-year fixed-term contract provides a platform to work on novel technologies, including 3D machine concepts and advanced conductors, while collaborating with one of the UK’s largest research clusters in this field.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement advanced electromagnetic models for novel electrical machine designs.
- Conduct research on innovative machine topologies, including 3D configurations and hybrid-electric aerospace propulsion systems.
- Perform finite-element electromagnetic analysis to predict machine performance and optimize designs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address challenging problems in electrical machine design.
- Contribute to the development of analytical methods and multidisciplinary design approaches.
- Present research findings at conferences and publish in high-impact journals.
- Support the supervision of junior researchers and contribute to the group’s research culture.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in electrical machines, electromagnetics, electrical engineering, or a closely related discipline (or nearing completion).
Language: English (proficiency required for effective communication and collaboration).
Instruction: English
- Strong foundations in electrical machine design and electromagnetic fundamentals.
- Experience with analytical electromagnetic modelling and performance prediction.
- Proficiency in finite-element electromagnetic analysis software.
- Knowledge of machine topology development, design methods, and optimization techniques.
- Technical independence and problem-solving skills in advanced engineering challenges.
- Permission to work in the UK as required by UK Visas and Immigration.
- No explicit age or residency restrictions beyond work eligibility.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-14
Applicants must complete their details and upload a CV through the University of Nottingham’s job application portal. Ensure your CV highlights your relevant PhD experience and technical skills. Job share arrangements may be considered.
- CV
Contact
Chris Gerada· Professor
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