We are seeking a research fellow with the Marine-i project, you will be working within the School of Engineering. This new project will deliver business led innovation in marine technology within Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly's marine technology smart specialism theme and you will be a member of the COAST Engineering Research Group. In collaboration with project partners you will undertaking research for Cornwall based SME's along with beneficiaries of the Marine-i Global Challenges Fund (GCF). You will have PHD in marine renewable energy (wave tank testing). The role requires specialist knowledge of physical modelling in a relevant area, advanced knowledge of research methods, research design and significant experience of undertaking applied qualitative and quantitative research projects.Further details of the desired characteristics for this post can be seen in the job description.This is a full-time post working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis until 31 December 2019.For more information, please contact Professor Deborah Greaves, Head of School of Engineering by telephone 01752 586102 or by emailing Deborah.greaves@plymouth.ac.ukUniversity of Plymouth is committed to an inclusive culture and respecting diversity, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community and is a Stonewall diversity champion. The University holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award which recognises commitment to advancing women's career in STEMM academia. University of Plymouth has been recognised by Bloomberg as one of the 50 best UK employers for 2016.Job DescriptionMarine-i is a GBP 9.3m project supported by European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and is being delivered in partnership with Exeter University, Cornwall College Group, Cornwall Marine Network, the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult and Cornwall Development Company.