Research Associate/Fellow (Fixed-term)
University of Nottingham School of Humanities
Summary
The Resilience Engineering Group is seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow in the field of railway resilience modelling for an initial period of 8 months. This role offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with our internationally recognised academic team on various railway projects focused on resilience, risk and reliability and obsolescence modelling.
Job description
The successful candidate will have the chance to engage in the development of novel research methods, extend their research portfolio and contribute to the evolution of modelling techniques in collaboration with stakeholders in railway industry. Working closely with industry and agency partners, the role holder will ensure that research outcomes influence future developments and widespread use.
In this capacity, the Research Fellow will be expected to prepare high-quality research outputs and grant proposals, including publications in leading journals and other relevant platforms.
Requirements
- PhD (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a closely related field from a research-led university
- Advanced knowledge in railway resilience modelling
- Advanced knowledge in risk and reliability engineering
Company overview
The University of Nottingham School of Humanities is a multi-disciplinary academic school within the University of Nottingham, a prestigious Russell Group public research university in Nottingham, England. The School comprises five departments: Classics and Archaeology, History, Music, Philosophy, and Theology and Religious Studies (TRS). Together, these disciplines offer diverse perspectives on the most significant aspects of human life and culture, including ethics, knowledge, evidence, and the individual's place in society. The School is known for its rigorous academic programs that develop transferable skills highly valued by employers, including critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and effective communication. Located on the University Park Campus, the School of Humanities engages in world-class research and provides undergraduate and postgraduate education across its disciplines. Its graduates are sought after across various sectors due to the versatile skills acquired through humanities education. The School is led by Professor Jonathan Tallant, Head of School, and serves as a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to exploring profound questions about human experience.