Postdoctoral Researcher in Socio-Technical Resilience & Innovation Management (Fixed Term, 0.6 FTE)

Opportunita; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

30 days annual leave

Flexible working

Wellbeing discounts

Hybrid working

Job summary

Bournemouth University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Socio-Technical Resilience & Innovation Management at the Talbot Campus. This fixed-term, 0.6 FTE role runs Feb 2027–Aug 2029 with a salary of £34,610–£39,906 per year.

You will plan, design and conduct socio-technical research in cybersecurity pilots, support EU project coordination, manage outputs and contribute to publications. A PhD and experience in collaborative EU projects are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Experience leading large EU consortia.
• Experience managing EU-funded projects.
• Experience with research methods and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct socio-technical research with stakeholders.
• Coordinate pilot monitoring and data collection.
• Publish peer-reviewed publications and reports.
• Support project coordination and EC reporting.

Skills

Leadership in EU projects

Research methods

Data analysis

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline

Job description

# Postdoctoral Researcher in Socio-Technical Resilience & Innovation Management (Fixed Term, 0.6 FTE)Bournemouth University · University Bournemouth, United KingdomPosted 12 Nov 2026Apply on official website Opens vacancies.bournemouth.ac.ukSalary: GBP 34,610 – 39,906per yearApplication deadline: December 10, 2026 In 28 daysContract duration: fixed term between February 2027 to August 2029Employment type: Part time## At a glanceGenerated summaryBournemouth University seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in Socio-Technical Resilience & Innovation Management for the €5.9 million EU-funded MosAIcSOC project. This fixed-term, part-time role (0.6 FTE, 22.2 hours weekly) runs from February 2027 to August 2029 with an annual salary of £34,610–£39,906. The position involves conducting socio-technical and human-factors research within cybersecurity pilots, supporting consortium coordination, and managing innovation outputs. Candidates must hold a PhD and possess experience in collaborative EU projects, including leadership roles and administrative management. The role is based at the Talbot Campus within the School of Computing & Engineering. Bournemouth University will not sponsor Skilled Worker visas for this position. Benefits include a defined benefit pension, 30 days annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and access to extensive staff wellness and discount schemes.Generated from stored offer content. Always confirm details in the official posting.## DetailsPosition type: PostDocDepartment: School of Computing & EngineeringResearch field: Computer scienceDate posted: November 12, 2026Contact email: [e-mail]## About this positionOfficial opportunity text, in English · about 6 min read### About the roleBournemouth University is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to MosAIcSOC, a €5.9 million EU-funded project coordinated by BU with 18 partners across Europe. The project is developing a modular, AI-powered Security Operations Centre framework, with applications in critical sectors including healthcare and assisted living.You will plan, design and conduct socio-technical and human-factors research with security analysts, cybersecurity incident-response teams, healthcare and assisted-living personnel, and technology providers. Your research will inform user requirements and evaluate trust, usability and human decision-making within the project’s pilots. You will contribute to pilot monitoring, data collection and analysis, and the design of crisis simulation exercises examining communication and coordination during incidents. You will produce peer-reviewed publications, project deliverables and reports.Alongside your research, you will support BU’s role as Project Coordinator through work planning, consortium coordination, European Commission reporting, and risk and quality management. You will also contribute to innovation and intellectual property management, business model analysis, and the sustainability of project outputs, including the SOC App Store and Digital Twin environment.You will hold a PhD in a relevant discipline by the start date. Essential experience includes research within collaborative EU-funded projects, a proven leadership role in large consortia, and the management and administration of EU-funded projects. You will bring experience of relevant research methods, evidence of peer-reviewed publications, and a strong understanding of research ethics and data integrity. Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential.This position is available on a part-time basis, working 22.2 hours per week (0.6 FTE), for a between February 2027 to August 2029.For an informal conversation, please contact Dr Ala Yankouskaya on [e-mail] position does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Route within the UK Visa and Immigration service’sPoints Based System. Therefore, BU will not be able to sponsor individuals who require permission to work to carry out this position. For more information, please visit Your job.### About the departmentThe post is based in the School of Computing & Engineering within the Faculty of Media, Science & Technology, at BU’s Talbot Campus. You will also work within the BU Cyber Competence Centre, which provides an immersive environment for simulating realistic cyber incidents and exploring AI-supported threat detection, incident response and human decision-making.The Centre’s emphasis on both technological and human aspects of cyber resilience provides a particularly strong setting for MosAIcSOC, which sits at the intersection of cybersecurity, generative AI and human cognition. Its links with external and industry partners provide opportunities to inform the research through operational cybersecurity challenges and contribute to practical approaches for safer human-AI cyber defence.### About usAt Bournemouth University, our motto is Discere Mutari Est - To learn is to change. Guided by our BU2035 strategy, we are building a future-focused university that empowers people to thrive, embraces innovation, and creates lasting impact through education, research and partnerships.Our success is driven by our people. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone feels they belong, can develop their potential and contribute to work that makes a difference. Whether through advancing knowledge, improving lives, strengthening communities or supporting economic growth, our staff play a vital role in shaping the future.We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining talented people who share our values of being collaborative and inclusive, innovative and creative, empowering and ambitious, and responsible and transformative. Flexible working and job share arrangements will be considered to support a healthy work-life balance.More than just a job, working at BU gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, alongside access to a fantastic range of staff benefits.**Core Package:**PAY– a competitive salary with opportunities for pay progression | PENSION– a valuable defined benefit pension with generous employer contributions | HOLIDAY – Annual leave entitlement of 30 days plus bank holidays and winter closure ( if part time) | WORK LIFE BALANCE – flexible working arrangements including opportunities for hybrid working and flexitime (role dependant)You will also have access to a wide range of voluntary benefits:* **Health & Wellbeing:** Employee assistance programme, dental care scheme, health cash plan* **Financial & Discounts:** Discounts including a reduction of fees for family members who study at BU* **Travel:** Cycle to work scheme, secure bike stores, showers and lockers, free bus travel between campuses, discounted bus travel* **Sports & Activities:** Sport BU has a wide range of activities which staff can access* **Family:** Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, on-site nursery with discounts for BU staff* **Modern, vibrant campus locations:** Bright and flexible work and meeting spaces, with on-site food outlets and coffee shopsA job description for this position is available at the top of this page. 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