Description
Position Details
School of Chemical Engineering
Location: University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham UK
Full time starting salary is normally in the range 36130 to 45413 with potential progression once in post to 48149
Grade: 7
Part time (7.5 hours per week)
Fixed Term contract up to May 2026
Closing date:15th June 2025
Background
We are seeking an ambitious Research Fellow to work on renewable energy systems and AI. You will join the Birmingham Energy Institute a vibrant community of colleagues working on cutting edge research. This is an opportunity to drive excellent research in AI applications which enable greater use of renewable energy into the UK energy systems.
Role Summary
This is a part time role 0.1FTE. The activities of this role will support development of future proposals for funding into AI for renewable energy.
You will consider ways in which the integration of machine learning algorithms might support the wider integration of and uptake of renewable energy technologies for particular use cases and considering a variety of perspectives (technical/policy/social/economic).
You will have the opportunity to work with renowned experts across various disciplines related to the UKRI-funded Supergen Network Plus on AI for Renewable Energy (SuperAIRE). You will also collaborate with different regional and national policymakers and stakeholders including renewable energy operators utilities Tyseley Energy Park OFGEM and DESNZ.
The experience you gain in the role will give you awareness of the current and future needs of AI and renewable energy including technical business and regulatory aspects.
You are expected to work closely with other research staff working within the SuperAIRE particularly the Early Career Researcher community. You will also be required to communicate with the external project partners (including senior policy makers) and to collaborate on the development of future directions for this research activity. You will need to ensure delivery of outputs such as a future proposal scientific journals as well as activities which lead to impact.
Main Duties
To plan and carry out research using appropriate methodology and techniques. This will include:
* Develop research objectives and proposals with assistance of a mentor if required
* Analyse and interpret data and models including contribution to new techniques and methods
* Present high quality findings in publications and conference proceedings and to project partners
* Supervise students on research-related work
* Contribute to the research-related activities and administration across the School and Birmingham Energy Institute
* Promote equality and value diversity by acting as a role model and by fostering an inclusive working culture
* Contribute to writing bids for research funding
* Apply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understanding
* Disseminate research findings for publication research seminars etc
* Contribute to developing new models techniques and methods
* Undertake management/administration arising from research
* Contribute to enterprise business development and/or public engagement activities of manifest benefit to the College and the University often under supervision of a project leader
Person Specification
* A PhD (or equivalent) relevant to the research area
* A growing track record of research publications
* Experience of communicating complex information clearly
* Experience of team working particularly to co-ordinate own work with others in the team to avoid conflict or duplication of effort
* Competency in applying and/or developing and devising machine learning algorithms in an energy context
* Ability to assess research resource requirements and use resources effectively to plan and manage research activity
* Strong analytical skills
* Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes
* Knowledge of how to actively ensure that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly
Informal enquiries to Claire Moran email:
We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability which is a key part of our strategy. You can find out more about our work to create a fairer university for everyone on our website.
Key Skills
Bioinformatics,Genetics,R,Biochemistry,Cell Biology,Research Experience,Statistical Software,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills,Flow Cytometry,Microscopy
Employment Type : Part-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 36130 - 45413 #J-18808-Ljbffr