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September 18, 2025

**Job Description**
The University of Southampton is seeking a Research Fellow to join the interdisciplinary “Tone Down” project, funded by National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET). This project focuses on revolutionising noise mitigation for high-voltage power transformers by developing acoustic metamaterials-based treatments from sustainable and durable materials. The role involves designing, testing, and numerically modelling novel metamaterial unit cells, conducting experimental field/laboratory testing of large-scale prototypes, assessing human perception of sound quality and environmental impact, and disseminating research findings.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Substantial and authoritative practical knowledge and experience in acoustics and/or vibration, supported by detailed understanding.
• Basic understanding and knowledge of numerical modelling using the Finite Element Method/Boundary Element Method.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Acoustics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Physics
• Related field

**Experience**
Other:
• Applications will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant Ph.D qualification.

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Experience
Other: • Applications will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant Ph.D qualification.
Work Level
Ph.D
Employment Type
Research Job
Salary
Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, additional university closure days, flexible working approach
Details
See Details Remote Work: No Brief location description: Campus-based
School / Department / Center / Lab
• Signal Processing, Audio and Hearing (SPAH) Group • Institute of Sound and Vibration Research (ISVR) • Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Supervisor(s)
Dr Felix Langfeldt
Supervisor Email
f.langfeldt@soton.ac.uk recruitment@southampton.ac.uk
University of Southampton
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