Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy

This full time post is available immediately on a fixed term basis until 30 September 2024. This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus and some from home.

Summary of the role

The College wishes to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to participate in carrying out fundamental research within the Data Centric Engineering Group at Exeter and the Alan Turing Institute under Professor Tim Dodwell. The post will include, in addition to their research, supervision of PhD students, and opportunities to collaborate with industrial partners and international leading research groups. 

The successful applicant will carry out fundamental research to support Professor Tim Dodwell’s 5 year Turing AI Fellowship in Data Centric Engineering. We welcome applications from a broad range of interdisciplinary backgrounds including statistics, machine learning, applied mathematics and/or engineering. In particular, applicants with experience in model order reduction, MCMC methods, Bayesian Neural Networks, Uncertainty Quantification or high-performance scientific computing / modelling are encouraged.

The position will develop new mathematical methods which underpin the development of “Digital Twins” of complex engineering systems, which require the close synergy of high fidelity mathematical simulations and real-time data. The fellow will have the opportunity to work on various real-world applications which might include design of aerospace structures, structural health monitoring of 3D printed bridges, energy modelling of buildings and air traffic control.

You will:

• be able to develop research objectives, projects and proposals;
• identify sources of research funding and contribute to the process of securing funds, and make presentations at conferences and other events;
• possess a relevant PhD or equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study;
• be a nationally recognised authority in data science, AI or applied mathematics and possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop research programmes and methodologies;
• be able to work collaboratively, supervise the work of others and act as team leader as required.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 150 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022 and QS World University Ranking 2022).  

Our research income in recent years means we’re the fastest growing UK Research University with some of the world’s most influential scientists, and we seek to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today through this. More than 99% of our research is of international quality and our world-leading research impact is growing faster than any other Russell Group university (2021 Research Excellence Framework). We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City .

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

With over 27,000 students and 6,400 staff from 180 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Benefits

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 41 days leave per year
• options for flexible working
• numerous discounts at leading retailers
• onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
• sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a new Fertility Treatment Policy
• stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England

Further information

Please contact Professor Tim Dodwell, email [email protected] .