Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow

Location:  

Boldrewood Campus

Salary:  

£32,348 to £51,805
Per annum

Full Time Fixed Term (31/05/2023)

Closing Date:  

Monday 17 October 2022

Interview Date:  

Reference:  

2008922DA

Our Rolls-Royce sponsored University Technology Centre for Computational Engineering is seeking to strengthen its team in the field of deep learning and artificial intelligence.  The work will involve the application of the latest technologies to the problems of advanced gas turbine design in close collaboration with staff at Rolls-Royce. 

To be successful you will have a PhD* or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in Computer Science or Engineering and a background in the development of complex computational systems as applied to some aspect of air vehicle design. Experience with advanced geometry editing methods, convolution neural networks, geometrical deep learning or generative adversarial networks would be an advantage. 

The position will be offered on a full-time basis until 31/05/2023 which is dependent on funding

Equality, diversity and Inclusion is central to the ethos in the School of Engineering. We particularly encourage women, Black, Asian , LGBTQ+ and disabled applicants to apply for this position. In recognition of our continued commitment to improving equality for women in science we were awarded an Athena SWAN bronze in 2013 and 2016.   We give full consideration to applicants that wish to work flexibly including part-time and due consideration will be given to applicants who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy**, onsite childcare facilities

 The University of Southampton is in the top 1% of world universities and in the top 10 of the UK’s research-intensive universities. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and being a globally responsible university and has recently been awarded the Platinum EcoAward.  .  This commits all of our staff and students to take responsibility for managing their activities to minimise harm to the environment, whether this through switching off non-essential electrical equipment or using the recycling facilities.

*Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

 **subject to qualifying criteria

Informal enquiries are welcomed – please contact Prof. Andy Keane ([email protected] ). Examples of our work can be found at https://www.southampton.ac.uk/engineering/research/groups/CED/posters.page

Application Procedure: 

You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Sian Gale (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750. Please quote reference 2008922DA on all correspondence.

Further details:

We believe equality, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a welcoming, vibrant and successful organisation. Having a diverse workforce, inclusive of people of all ages and beliefs, from different racial, educational and social backgrounds opens up a wealth of possibilities, makes us more creative and accelerates our impact on society. We welcome applicants that value the diversity of our community and are willing to play their part in supporting the mission of inclusivity. 

Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert.