Postdoctoral Researcher in Property Level Flood Resilience

Postdoctoral Researcher in Property Flood Resilience

The world-renowned Energy and Environment Institute (EEI) at the University of Hull conducts research to better understand flood processes and adapt to the consequences of flooding.

Property-level Flood Resilience measures (PFR), such as flood resistant doors, help mitigate risks from flooding for homes and businesses. However, little research has been directed to innovation in this area. Together with leading insurer, RSA, part of the Intact Financial Corporation, we are working to improve the evaluation, effectiveness and application of PFR measures, and are now seeking a suitably qualified postdoctoral researcher with a desire to make a difference in the real world.

The successful candidate will establish and deliver an active programme of research and knowledge exchange to develop and optimize new testing regimes for flood resilience products, enable PFR needs to be aligned with exposure to flood risk and formulate an evidence-based PFR performance rating system.

With knowledge and understanding of hydraulics and/or hydrology, you will have expertise in experiments, fieldwork or numerical modelling and/or developing successful systems for testing devices/products. You will possess the skills required to analyse, interpret and apply information from large data sets and knowledge of geospatial datasets and experience of GIS-based analysis is also desirable. Working as part of a team, you will be able to liaise effectively with external partners and engage with policy makers and/or external stakeholders. 

The post offers excellent career development opportunities including managing packages of work, speaking/presenting at academic or industry conferences and leading and co-authoring publications.

Salary:                Grade 7 (£38,205 - £44,263 per annum)

Duration:           12 months

To discuss the role informally, please contact Prof Stuart J McLelland, S.J.McLelland@hull.ac.uk or Dr Robert Thomas, R.E.Thomas@hull.ac.uk. 

We will consider job share and flexible working arrangements.

We strongly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnicity, women, LGBT+, and disabled candidates, and candidates from lower socio-economic groups and care-experienced backgrounds.

As part of the University’s Agile Working Guidance flexibility around normal hours, times and location (including home working) may be available through discussion with your Line Manager. We are also happy to discuss flexible working.

 Selection Criteria: 

A PhD in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience in flooding, GIS or hydraulic experimentation(Essential, Shortlisting, Interview)Evidence of relevant professional accreditation(Desirable, Shortlisting, Interview)An emerging track record in an appropriate research field, including, for example, publications, presentations at conferences(Essential, Shortlisting, Interview)Evidence of:• Peer-reviewed publication of relevant research• Mentoring of postgraduate students• Contributing to funding applications• Experience of working in a product testing and/or certification setting(Desirable, Shortlisting, Interview)Evidence of:• Knowledge and understanding of hydraulics/hydrology• Ability to lead research projects• Experience of using and sharing large data sets• Responsibility for successful experimental design and implementation• Report writing for specialist and non-specialist audiences(Essential, Shortlisting, Interview)Evidence of:• Knowledge and experience of geospatial analysis with GIS• Participation in networks that seek to promote collaboration• Engagement of external partners• Effective management of resources(Desirable, Shortlisting, Interview)An expectation to positively contribute to University activities and initiatives which may include open days, graduation ceremonies, etc., and have a willingness to undertake administrative activities• Show evidence of collaborative working, particularly on interdisciplinary activities• Evidence of working in an open and transparent way, providing information and communicating effectively with colleagues(Essential, Shortlisting, Interview)Evidence of Continuous Professional Development• Ability to direct your own research and work independently(Desirable, Shortlisting, Interview)

Closing Date: 11 Apr 2025

Subject Group/Team: Researchers

Salary: £38,205 to £44,263