Research Associate in novel refrigeration system for data centres cooling

Contract Type: Fixed Term (31/05/2027)

Basis: Full Time

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Join (Company Name - Subscribers only) on an Innovate UK–funded project under the Innovate Ukraine programme. EcoVenturi: Sustainable Cooling for Digital Infrastructure is developing and demonstrating a refrigerant-free, air-based cooling and energy-recovery system for Ukrainian data centres and other critical digital infrastructure, targeting significant reductions in cooling-related electricity demand and associated emissions.

We are seeking a well-rounded Post-Doctoral Research Associate with a strong track record in lifecycle assessment (LCA) and sustainability evaluation to build a rigorous evidence base for the EcoVenturi system. The role will involve developing fit-for-purpose assessment methods and frameworks; collecting high-quality primary data from design, fabrication, laboratory trials and operational deployment; and translating these datasets into robust, defensible environmental benchmarks against conventional cooling approaches.

As the successful candidate you will also contribute directly to the engineering development and validation programme, bringing hands-on capability in 3D CAD and CFD modelling to support design iteration and to undertake aerodynamic and heat-transfer assessments of EcoVenturi components in close collaboration with the industrial partner. In addition, you will support rigorous full-system laboratory testing of integrated components and subsystems, ensuring modelling assumptions and sustainability conclusions are underpinned by verified performance across component and system levels and aligned with real-world operating conditions.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Ahmed Rezk <a href=