Research and Development Post Graduate Engineer (KTP Associate)

Position Summary

The successful applicant will join Cardiff University as a Research and Development Post Graduate Engineer or Scientist (KTP Associate). The post is funded through the Knowledge Transfer Partnership programme and is designed to transfer knowledge from the University research team to Natural Resources Wales. The KTP Associate will be primarily based at Natural Resources Wales, working closely with staff in both organisations and acting as a conduit between these two Wales‑based partners.

Responsibilities

• Co‑design and deploy a monitoring sensor network to quantify the hydrological and hydraulic impacts of NFM at a live test site.
• Apply flood modelling tools and techniques to identify and evaluate realistic NFM opportunities.
• Conduct economic assessments to capture the full value and co‑benefits of NFM measures.
• Develop a roadmap to support organisational transformation within the public sector.

Employment Details

This two‑year full‑time (37 hours per week) fixed‑term post provides an opportunity to develop technical and operational management skills while contributing directly to the future of sustainable, nature‑based flood risk management in Wales.

Equality and Inclusion

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. Flexible working or job share arrangements may be considered.

DORA Commitment

Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA). In hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not on publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published.

Salary and Benefits

Fixed salary between £42,662 and £47,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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