Research Fellow in Software Systems Research in Computer Science

We are seeking a Research Fellow to conduct world-leading research on novel software optimisation techniques for multi-core systems. The goal of the project is to advance the state-of-the-art in low-level systems optimisation technology by rethinking the design and implementation of compiler technology. The successful candidate will join the Distributed Systems and Services Group at the School of Computing, under the supervision of Professor Zheng Wang, and work with a team of faculty members, researchers and PhD students, in collaboration with industrial partners. Collaboration with researchers at other universities and industries around the world is also encouraged, and there are strong links within the group with other leading companies and research groups worldwide.

Holding a PhD (or have submitted your thesis before taking up the role) in Computer Science or a closely allied discipline you will have a strong background in Computer Science with a particular interest in software engineering and low-level systems optimisation.   You will be responsible for designing and implementing new compiler analysis and optimisation methods through the use of machine learning, evaluating and open-sourcing experimental software prototypes. Having working experience in machine learning and deep learning would be advantageous but not essential.

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 21.6% of salary.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Professor Zheng Wang , Professor of Intelligent Software Technology

Email: [email protected]

Location:  Leeds – Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences
School/Institute:  School of Computing
Category:  Research
Grade: 
Grade 7
Salary: 

£35,333 to £42,155
p.a.
Working Time:  37 hours per week
Post Type: 

Full Time
Contract Type:  Fixed Term (Up to 3 years (grant funding))
Release Date:  Tuesday 25 October 2022
Closing Date:  Friday 25 November 2022
Reference:  EPSCP1109
Downloads:  Candidate Brief