Role profile

Off Scale: Competitive Salary

Marie Skłodowska-Curie Job family Equivalent to Research and
Job title Doctoral Candidate Teaching Level 4. See
and level
Additional Details.

School/ NTEC Research Group,

Faculty of Engineering Location University Campus
Department

Purpose of role
Applications are invited for 1 employed DC (“Doctoral Candidates”) PhD position to be funded by
the Marie-Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network: Sediment Transport and Morphodynamics in
Marine and Coastal Waters with Engineering Solutions (SEDIMARE) funded by the Horizon Europe
Programme of the European Commission.
One DC position is available: Morphodynamic swash zone modelling

% time
Main responsibilities per
(Primary accountabilities and responsibilities expected to fulfil the role) year

1 Review existing work relevant to the technical area of research 10%

Conduct research contributing towards a PhD qualification in the

2 75%
defined topic

3 Prepare scientific publications 10%

4 General tasks in the research group 5%

RT_RPF Band B
Person specification
Essential Desirable

▪ Programming skills in Fortran, ▪ Ability to work independently

C/C++ or related language. ▪ Ability to work efficiently in a team
Skills
▪ MATLAB and/or Python
programming skills.

▪ Background in fluid mechanics, or ▪ Background in coastal/riverine

applied mathematics. sediment transport
▪ Ability to communicate and ▪ Background in quantitative coastal
Knowledge and present research. dynamics / engineering.
experience ▪ Proficient in English and able to
collaborate intensively with
industrial and academic parties in
regular meetings and work visits

▪ A bachelor’s or master’s degree in

Qualifications,
engineering (preferably civil or
certification and
mechanical), or mathematics, or
training
theoretical physics or a related
(relevant to role)
discipline.

Statutory, legal ▪ Eligibility criteria for DCs on Marie

or special Skłodowska-Curie
requirements

The University of Nottingham is focused on embedding equality, diversity and

inclusion in all that we do. As part of this, we welcome a diverse population to
join our work force and therefore encourage applicants from all communities,
particularly those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
The University is a signatory of the Declaration on Research Assessment
(DORA). As such we commit to focus on the scientific content of publications
(where requested or provided as part of the recruitment and selection
process) as a basis for review of quality, and consideration of value and
impact of research conducted, rather than any proxy measures such as
Journal Impact Factor.

RT_RPF Band B
Additional Information
Eligibility
Applicants will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK
as defined by the requirements set out by the UK Border and Immigration Agency. Please visit
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/ for more information.
Applicants need to fully respect eligibility criteria (demonstrated in the Europass CV):
▪ Conditions of international mobility of researchers: Researchers are required to undertake
transnational mobility (i.e. move from one country to another) when taking up the appointment.
At the time of selection by the host organisation, researchers must not have resided or carried
out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of their host organisation for more
than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to their recruitment. Short stays, such as
holidays, are not taken into account.
▪ English language: Network fellows (DCs) must demonstrate that their ability to understand and
express themselves in both written and spoken English is sufficiently high for them to derive
the full benefit from the network training
The Application
The application must include:
▪ A motivation letter, emphasising specific interests, qualifications, and motivation to apply for
this position
▪ A detailed cv (resume) including a short summary of bachelor’s or master’s degree research
and contact information of at least two references that may be consulted
▪ Transcripts of bachelor and master’s degree (diploma)
▪ International certificate in a foreign language, which certifies English levels of B2 - C2 (if any).
▪ Proof of eligibility criteria (see above)
Salary
The successful candidate will receive an attractive salary in line with the MSCA regulations for DC –
from £36386 to £43626. The exact salary will be confirmed upon appointment depending on eligibility.
The DC may be eligible for additional financial payments and allowances depending upon their
eligibility under the MSCA regulations.
Expectations and behaviours

The University has developed a clear set of core expectations and behaviours that our people
should be demonstrating in their work, and as ambassadors of the University’s strategy, vision and
values. The following are essential to the role:

Valuing people Is friendly, engaging and receptive, putting others at ease. Actively listens
to others and goes out of way to ensure people feel valued, developed
and supported.

Taking ownership Is clear on what needs to be done encouraging others to take ownership.
Takes action when required, being mindful of important aspects such as
Health & Safety, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and other considerations.

Forward thinking Drives the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas and
improvements to support strategic objectives. Engages others in the
improvement process.

Professional pride Is professional in approach and style, setting an example to others;

strives to demonstrate excellence through development of self, others
and effective working practices.

Always inclusive Builds effective working relationships, recognising and including the
contribution of others; promotes inclusion and inclusive practices within
own work area.

Key relationships with others

Line manager Professor

Marie Sklodowska-
Role holder Curie Doctoral
Candidate

SEDIMARE
Key stakeholder Programme
Colleagues Fellow DCs
relationships and Industry
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