AI-Driven Research Specialist for Sustainable Networks

BT Group

West of England

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

10% annual bonus
Private GP 24/7 for you and family
Carers leave up to 2 weeks

Job summary

BT Group is seeking a Research Specialist in Sustainable Network Optimisation to advance AI-driven telecom research. You will apply AI/ML to optimise mobile networks, design next-gen capabilities, and drive measurable value across BT's operations.

The role offers hybrid work between Bristol or Ipswich with three days in the office. You will lead research projects, contribute to IP creation and collaborate with experts to push frontier technologies in 4G/5G/6G contexts, while mentoring

Qualifications

  • PhD or equivalent research experience or higher.
  • Strong publication and patenting track record is desirable.
  • Experience communicating complex technical concepts to non-experts.

Responsibilities

  • Manage research projects within Research and Network Strategy.
  • Maintain domain expertise in a key technical area.
  • Develop and protect IP, including patent filings and publications.
  • Conduct research on Sustainable Network Optimisation with high impact across domains.
  • Author technical papers and present findings to stakeholders.
  • Supervise graduate and postgraduate placements.

Skills

AI/ML development
4G/5G knowledge
Network planning
Data storytelling
Patent filings
Open innovation
Public speaking
Concept evaluation
Technical domain expert

Education

Post-graduate qualification (PhD or equivalent)

Job description

BT Group is seeking a Research Specialist in Sustainable Network Optimisation to advance AI-driven telecom research. You will apply AI/ML to optimise mobile networks, design next-gen capabilities, and drive measurable value across BT's operations.

The role offers hybrid work between Bristol or Ipswich with three days in the office. You will lead research projects, contribute to IP creation and collaborate with experts to push frontier technologies in 4G/5G/6G contexts, while mentoring

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