University of Southampton Research Fellow in Experimental Fluid Mechanics
University of Southampton
University of Southampton seeks a Research Fellow for experimental fluid mechanics research at Highfield Campus, UK. One-year full-time contract; £38,784–£43,482 per year. Apply by 10 November 2026, 11:59 p.m. UK time.
The University of Southampton is recruiting a Research Fellow in Experimental Fluid Mechanics for its Centre for Experimental Fluid Mechanics at Highfield Campus in Southampton, United Kingdom. The full-time appointment is fixed term for one year and pays £38,784 to £43,482 per year. This is a salaried research job, not a student scholarship.
The fellow will work with Prof. Bharathram Ganapathisubramani and other researchers on wind and water tunnel measurements, including turbulence, aerodynamics and aeroacoustics. The role also involves developing diagnostic techniques, analysing data, building predictive models, and publishing and presenting findings.
Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent experience in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics. Experimental experience, strong communication and writing skills are essential. The university welcomes applications from candidates of varied backgrounds and says it will consider flexible working requests.
Apply through the University of Southampton recruitment portal linked below. New applicants must register for an eRecruit account; existing applicants can sign in. Quote reference 3419226DA-R. The deadline is Tuesday 10 November 2026 at 11:59 p.m. UK time.
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Benefits
Salary: £38,784–£43,482 per year. Full-time fixed-term contract for one year. The university lists staff benefits, maternity policy and on-site childcare, and considers flexible working requests.
Eligibility summary
Applicants need a PhD or equivalent experience in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics. The university advert does not specify nationality restrictions; check its recruitment guidance for right-to-work requirements.
Requirements
Essential: experimental research experience; strong communication and writing. The role involves wind and water tunnel measurements, diagnostic development, data analysis and research publication.
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