Postdoctoral Research Associate

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About The Role Postdoctoral Research Associate This innovate UK funded full-time post is available from 1 August 2026 on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. The starting salary will be from £34,610 on Grade E for the Postdoctoral Research Associate level depending on knowledge, skills and experience. The Role Environment, Science and Economy The Faculty wishes to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the work of Prof. Zhong Fan. The successful applicant will conduct cutting edge research on developing intelligent AI solutions for energy systems in the Energy Catalyst programme. The post will carry out research in the application of advanced AI technologies to energy systems and publish in top energy and AI conferences / journals. About you The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies. Applicants will possess a relevant PhD (or nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants should have strong background in energy system modelling, NILM, with good knowledge of modern AI techniques. Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button) for full details of this role. What we can offer you Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research. Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly. An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development. Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career. A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy. A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon / Cornwall. Further information For further information please contact Prof. Zhong Fan, e-mail z.fan@exeter.ac.uk . About Us Transform Your Career and Help Shape a Greener, Healthier, and Fairer Future Join the University of Exeter, a top 200 Russel Group university (QS & THE World University Rankings 2025), excelling in teaching (triple Gold rating, TEF 2023) and leading groundbreaking research in the beautiful southwest of England. £34,610 to £39,906 per year. The starting salary will be from £34,610 on Grade E for the Postdoctoral Research Associate level depending on knowledge, skills and experience.

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