Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Impact and Shock Mechanics

We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant in to join the Impact and Shock Mechanics Laboratory, at the Department of Engineering Science (Begbroke). The post is funded by (EPSRC) and is a fixed term, 12 month post.

The research topic is Real-time X-ray imaging of strength effects under shock loading and this work is in collaboration with Imperial College London, Oxford Physics and University of York.

The work will cover a cross-section of impact engineering, shock physics and fusion science contributing to both in-house and offsite experiments to study the properties and behavior of materials subjected to extreme conditions through hypervelocity impact.

You should possess (a PhD (or be close to completion) in a relevant subject area as well as a combination of scientific and technical skills, initiative and ability of work independently.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Daniel.eakins@eng.ox.ac.uk

For more information about working at the Department, see

www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/

Only online applications received before midday on 13 October 2026 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, including a brief statement of research interests (describing how past experience and future plans fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.