Research Fellow/ Research Assistant - 17096

Collabdemy; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Hybrid working

Excellent training and development

Generous annual leave + closure days

Job summary

Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus, invites applications for Research Fellow/Research Assistant to work in BIPS on climate-resilient heat electrification and underground energy storage projects. The role requires a PhD in a relevant area and strong modelling, optimisation, and communication skills.

You will collaborate across projects, manage tasks, and contribute to reports and publications. Hybrid working, generous leave, pension, and development opportunities are provided; closing date

Qualifications

• PhD in an appropriate area with energy systems modelling expertise.
• Experience in energy system modelling, optimisation, and related analyses.
• Excellent communication, report writing and publications track record.

Responsibilities

• Model energy systems and optimise solutions for research projects.
• Collaborate on RENEW and BLUEST projects and report findings.
• Prepare technical reports and publications; present results clearly.
• Manage project tasks and maintain timelines with colleagues.

Skills

Energy modelling

Power system analysis

Renewable energy

Energy storage

Low-carbon tech

Project management

English fluency

Education

PhD in energy systems

Job description

# Research Fellow/ Research Assistant - 17096**Research Centre:** Brunel Interdisciplinary Power Systems (BIPS) **Location:** Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus**Salary:** Grade R1 **Research Assistant:** £37,810 to £40,956 per annum inclusive of London weighting. **Research Fellow:** £42,068 to £49,478 per annum inclusive of London weighting with potential to progress to £53,766 per annum, inclusive of London weighting, through sustained exceptional contribution.**Planned start date:** 1 February 2027. **Contract Type:** fixed-term for 13 months.Brunel University of London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home.The new appointment will be associated with the internationally recognised Brunel Interdisciplinary Power Systems (BIPS) Research Centre within the Department of Engineering. The College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences (CEDPS) is one of the largest and most successful in the UK, with close to 5,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students. Department of Engineering is a vibrant and successful Department within CEDPS.We are looking to recruit a Research Assistant / Research Fellow to work on projects (1) “Climate Resilient Heat Electrification for Net-Zero Emission Whole Energy Systems (RENEW)”, funded by UKRI; and (2) “Benefits and Lifecycle-analysis of Underground Energy Storage Technologies for net zero (BLUEST)”, funded by the UK Energy Research Centre (UKERC). Both projects are coordinated by Dr Marko Aunedi on behalf of Brunel University of London in the UK.Applicants are expected to hold a PhD in an appropriate area and have expertise in one or more of the following areas: energy system modelling and optimisation, power system analysis, renewable energy, transmission and distribution system operation, energy storage, low-carbon energy technologies or other closely related areas. You will be a self-motivated, but highly collaborative researcher. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fluency in English and an ability to work independently are essential. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate a good track record in project management, presenting their work, report writing and research publications. Outstanding candidates without a PhD, but having directly relevant research or practical experience are also welcome to apply.We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.Closing date for applications: 30 November 2026.Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 7 December 2026 in person.For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please click the 'Apply' button.If you have any technical issues please contact us at: [e-mail].***Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities; we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.***£37,810 to £49,478. See advert text for details.