Research Assistant (Fixed Term, Part Time)

This post is to work on the Supergen Energy Network hub project, supporting the Hub’s core research objectives with the wider academic community, industry, businesses and policy makers to develop holistic and enduring commercial and regulatory solutions that are fit for the future such that we have highly intelligent, efficient, adaptive and open energy networks within which both existing and new energy players can profit.

We are looking for a candidate who has

• A first degree (BA/BSc) in a subject relevant to the research activity
• Awareness of latest developments in the field of research
• Excellent organisation skills and able to prioritise own workload to meet required deadlines
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills

Technical knowledge of the operation and planning of the energy system is desirable but not essential.

The role will be based in the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, working in a research team with the PI, Professor Furong Li. It is part of the Supergen Energy Networks Hub.

This research project will bring together the Hub’s core research with the wider academic community, industry, businesses and policy makers to develop holistic and enduring commercial and regulatory solutions that are fit for the future such that we have highly intelligent, efficient, adaptive and open energy networks within which both existing and new energy players can profit.

Further information

For informal enquiries please contact Professor Furong Li eesfl@bath.ac.uk

This role is part-time 7.3 hours per week starting ASAP with an expected end date of 30/09/2023.

What we can offer you

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

We aim to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams.

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