EURAXESS Ireland
Organisation/Company DURHAM UNIVERSITY Research Field Chemistry Engineering Computer science Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 24 Feb 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country United Kingdom Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description The Role and the Department Research and Innovation Services (RIS) provides guidance, expert advice and hands-on support for all aspects of research and research-related work, including securing funding, working with partners, undertaking knowledge exchange, demonstrating impact, commercialising outputs, ensuring good research practice and supporting professional development. The Policy, Systems and Performance (PSP) team within the Research and Innovation Services directorate works to support high quality research performance, impact and intelligence through data, integrity and governance, support for institutional strategy development and the compilation of relevant returns including HEBCI, KEF, KEC and REF. The overall purpose of the position advertised is to assist the University in developing research impact to enhance the societal benefits of its research, and to support the development and submission of impact case studies, engagement measures, and narrative statements to the Research Excellence Framework (REF). The position of Impact and Engagement Manager (I&EM) is a strategically important role within the Research and Innovation Services (RIS) Directorate. The post-holder will report to the Director of Policy, Systems and Performance and work closely the Senior Impact and Engagement Managers, one of whom will be the direct line manager of this post. They will work with the Director of PSP to support impact across the University but also have specific responsibility for developing a portfolio of REF impact case studies in the Science Faculty. In this capacity the post-holder will work closely with the Deputy Executive Dean for Research and the Deputy Executive Dean for Impact and Research Engagement within the Faculty, with the Senior Research Administrators and Impact Directors in the associated Departments (Biosciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Engineering, Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Psychology). Further information about the role and the responsibilities is in the job description.
Organisation/Company DURHAM UNIVERSITY Research Field Chemistry Engineering Computer science Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 24 Feb 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country United Kingdom Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description The Role and the Department Research and Innovation Services (RIS) provides guidance, expert advice and hands-on support for all aspects of research and research-related work, including securing funding, working with partners, undertaking knowledge exchange, demonstrating impact, commercialising outputs, ensuring good research practice and supporting professional development. The Policy, Systems and Performance (PSP) team within the Research and Innovation Services directorate works to support high quality research performance, impact and intelligence through data, integrity and governance, support for institutional strategy development and the compilation of relevant returns including HEBCI, KEF, KEC and REF. The overall purpose of the position advertised is to assist the University in developing research impact to enhance the societal benefits of its research, and to support the development and submission of impact case studies, engagement measures, and narrative statements to the Research Excellence Framework (REF). The position of Impact and Engagement Manager (I&EM) is a strategically important role within the Research and Innovation Services (RIS) Directorate. The post-holder will report to the Director of Policy, Systems and Performance and work closely the Senior Impact and Engagement Managers, one of whom will be the direct line manager of this post. They will work with the Director of PSP to support impact across the University but also have specific responsibility for developing a portfolio of REF impact case studies in the Science Faculty. In this capacity the post-holder will work closely with the Deputy Executive Dean for Research and the Deputy Executive Dean for Impact and Research Engagement within the Faculty, with the Senior Research Administrators and Impact Directors in the associated Departments (Biosciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Engineering, Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Psychology). Further information about the role and the responsibilities is in the job description.
EURAXESS Ireland
Offer Description Rivan Industries () is a synthetic fuel company designed to decarbonise heavy industry. We aim to make synthetic fuel cheaper than fossil fuels and sustain life on earth by keeping the CO2 locked underground. We've design and manufacture modular synthetic fuel plants consisting of a DAC system, an Alkaline Electrolyser, and a Sabatier Reactor, vertically integrating with off grid DC solar and the European gas grid. Here's our entire business plan . We've recently deployed the UK's largest synthetic fuel plant and are planning to 1000x this scale in the next 2 years. Moving atoms around takes time. Bits are faster. We're looking for a computational scientist to take the reins by building models and simulations on top of our operational data to direct where we spend our next resources. We need a curious mind that wants to find every integration pinch point, performance ceiling, and fragile operation before it becomes an issue. If you want to be the puppet master that underpins one of the potentially most impactful products of a generation, apply below. The role: Develop and refine process models for Rivan's lime based Direct Air Capture (DAC) process, integrating thermodynamics, kinetics, and transport phenomena Perform first principles heat and mass transfer calculations, dynamic process simulations, and optimisation studies. Work cross functionally with experimental and design teams to validate models against empirical data, refine process understanding, and inform plant operation and scale up. Build and maintain modular simulation tools (e.g. MATLAB, Aspen Plus, COMSOL, or custom Python models) to support techno economic and performance assessments. Core skills: 3-7 years experience in process modelling, computational science or chemical / process engineering R&D Bachelor's/Master's in Chemical Engineering, Process Systems Engineering or related field (PhD advantageous) Proven experience with MATLAB, Aspen Plus/HYSYS, COMSOL, ANSYS Fluent, or Python Strong background in heat and mass transfer, reaction engineering, and first principles modelling (PDEs, reaction kinetics, etc.) Experience in model validation with lab or pilot data; understanding of solid-gas systems (calcination, hydration, carbonation); and past demonstration of system optimisation preferred Specifics & Benefits: £70 80k salary depending on experience Significant share options as part of the early team In person work at our HQ in Bermondsey, South East London Extensive relocation support, including £6,000 per year extra to live close to our HQ Languages: ENGLISH - Level Excellent Eligibility criteria 3-7 years experience in process modelling, computational science or chemical/process engineering R&D Bachelor's/Master's in Chemical Engineering, Process Systems Engineering or related field (PhD advantageous) Proven experience with MATLAB, Aspen Plus/HYSYS, COMSOL, ANSYS Fluent or Python Strong background in heat and mass transfer, reaction engineering, and first principles modelling (PDEs, reaction kinetics, etc.) Experience in model validation with lab or pilot data; understanding of solid-gas systems (calcination, hydration, carbonation); and past demonstration of system optimisation preferred Selection process Written application online, a synchronous questions, interviews, in person task
Offer Description Rivan Industries () is a synthetic fuel company designed to decarbonise heavy industry. We aim to make synthetic fuel cheaper than fossil fuels and sustain life on earth by keeping the CO2 locked underground. We've design and manufacture modular synthetic fuel plants consisting of a DAC system, an Alkaline Electrolyser, and a Sabatier Reactor, vertically integrating with off grid DC solar and the European gas grid. Here's our entire business plan . We've recently deployed the UK's largest synthetic fuel plant and are planning to 1000x this scale in the next 2 years. Moving atoms around takes time. Bits are faster. We're looking for a computational scientist to take the reins by building models and simulations on top of our operational data to direct where we spend our next resources. We need a curious mind that wants to find every integration pinch point, performance ceiling, and fragile operation before it becomes an issue. If you want to be the puppet master that underpins one of the potentially most impactful products of a generation, apply below. The role: Develop and refine process models for Rivan's lime based Direct Air Capture (DAC) process, integrating thermodynamics, kinetics, and transport phenomena Perform first principles heat and mass transfer calculations, dynamic process simulations, and optimisation studies. Work cross functionally with experimental and design teams to validate models against empirical data, refine process understanding, and inform plant operation and scale up. Build and maintain modular simulation tools (e.g. MATLAB, Aspen Plus, COMSOL, or custom Python models) to support techno economic and performance assessments. Core skills: 3-7 years experience in process modelling, computational science or chemical / process engineering R&D Bachelor's/Master's in Chemical Engineering, Process Systems Engineering or related field (PhD advantageous) Proven experience with MATLAB, Aspen Plus/HYSYS, COMSOL, ANSYS Fluent, or Python Strong background in heat and mass transfer, reaction engineering, and first principles modelling (PDEs, reaction kinetics, etc.) Experience in model validation with lab or pilot data; understanding of solid-gas systems (calcination, hydration, carbonation); and past demonstration of system optimisation preferred Specifics & Benefits: £70 80k salary depending on experience Significant share options as part of the early team In person work at our HQ in Bermondsey, South East London Extensive relocation support, including £6,000 per year extra to live close to our HQ Languages: ENGLISH - Level Excellent Eligibility criteria 3-7 years experience in process modelling, computational science or chemical/process engineering R&D Bachelor's/Master's in Chemical Engineering, Process Systems Engineering or related field (PhD advantageous) Proven experience with MATLAB, Aspen Plus/HYSYS, COMSOL, ANSYS Fluent or Python Strong background in heat and mass transfer, reaction engineering, and first principles modelling (PDEs, reaction kinetics, etc.) Experience in model validation with lab or pilot data; understanding of solid-gas systems (calcination, hydration, carbonation); and past demonstration of system optimisation preferred Selection process Written application online, a synchronous questions, interviews, in person task