Post-Doctoral Research Associate

Cardiff University, United Kingdom

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Cardiff, WALES

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Research Associate
Cardiff School of Engineering

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary research Centre within Cardiff University in collaboration with University of Newcastle and partners in Australia. As part of the role you will conduct research in the area of cyber security and its impacts on grid integration of electric vehicles. This is a project that is funded by the EPSRC.

Providing expertise to the project developing modelling and analysis of cyber attack, converter interfaced grid integration of electric vehicle, and hardware-in-the-loop real time test, you will also contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carry out research leading to the publishing of high-quality research as well as pursue excellence in research and inspire others to do the same.

This post is full time (35 hours per week), available immediately and is fixed term for 10 months.

Salary:  £39,347 - £44,263 per annum (Grade 6). We do not anticipate appointing this position above point 32, £39,347 per annum.

Job ref: 18007BR

For informal enquiries about the post please contact Prof. Jun Liang.

For further details about working at Cardiff School of Engineering please contact [email protected]

Date Advertised: 17 January 2024
Closing date: 14 February 2024

The School of Engineering holds an Athena SWAN Bronze Award that recognises good employment practice and a commitment to develop the careers of women working in science. Cardiff University is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. For this vacancy we actively encourage women to apply. We will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share opportunities.

Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at:  Responsible research assessment - Research - Cardiff University


Job Description

Research

  • To conduct research within cyber-physical threat modelling and analysis in Internet of Energy and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students. 
  • To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals
  • To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required
  • To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting
  • To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate
  • To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field
  • To participate in School research activities.
  • To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions,   explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects
Other
  • To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally  to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.
  • To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
  • To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world
  • Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Qualifications and Education

  • Postgraduate degree at PhD level in a related subject area or equivalent or  relevant industrial experience

    • Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within the following research fields:
  • Modelling of cyber attack on energy systems
  • Grid integration of electric vehicles
  • Real time simulation and hardware in loop tests
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  • Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field
  • Proven ability to publish in national/international journals
  • Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodies

    • Communication and Team Working
  • Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication
  • Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals

    • Other
  • Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work
  • Proven ability to work without close supervision
    • Desirable Criteria
  • Relevant professional qualification(s
  • Evidence of collaborations with industry.
  •  Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
  • Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.

    • Additional Information

    IMPORTANT: Evidencing Criteria
    Candidates should evidence that they meet ALL of the essential criteria as well as, where relevant, the desirable criteria.
    As part of the application process you will be asked to provide this evidence via a supporting statement. Please ensure when submitting this document / attaching it to your application profile you name it with the vacancy reference number, in this instance, 18007BR.  


    Job Category

    Academic - Research


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