Research Associate/Fellow (Fixed-term)

University of Nottingham School of Humanities; University Park (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Resilience Engineering Group at the University of Nottingham invites applications for a Research Fellow in railway resilience modelling. The role focuses on developing novel modelling techniques, collaborating with industry partners, and advancing research outputs and grant proposals.

A PhD in Civil Engineering or closely related field is required, with preference for expertise in resilience, risk and reliability engineering.

Qualifications

• PhD (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a closely related field from a research-led university.
• Advanced knowledge in railway resilience modelling and risk & reliability engineering is preferred.
• Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on basis of prior agreement with line managers.

Responsibilities

• Develop railway resilience modelling methods and contribute to obsolescence modelling.
• Prepare high-quality research outputs and grant proposals; publish in leading journals.
• Collaborate with industry and agency partners to influence future railway developments.
• Engage in project activity to extend research portfolio and impact.

Education

PhD in Civil Engineering

Job description

Salary

£32,080 to £47,389 per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £35608 with relevant PhD).

Area

Civil Engineering

Location

University Park

Closing Date

Tuesday 10 November 2026

Reference

ENG547526

Further Details

• Job Description/Role Profile

The Resilience Engineering Group is seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow in the field of railway resilience modelling for an initial period of 8 months. This role offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with our internationally recognised academic team on various railway projects focused on resilience, risk and reliability and obsolescence modelling. The successful candidate will have the chance to engage in the development of novel research methods, extend their research portfolio and contribute to the evolution of modelling techniques in collaboration with stakeholders in railway industry. Working closely with industry and agency partners, the role holder will ensure that research outcomes influence future developments and widespread use.

In this capacity, the Research Fellow will be expected to prepare high-quality research outputs and grant proposals, including publications in leading journals and other relevant platforms. Candidates should hold a PhD (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, or a closely related field from a research-led university. Advanced knowledge in railway resilience modelling and risk and reliability engineering is preferred.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

Your working hours will be 36.25 hrs per week. Please contact Dr. Rasa Remenyte-Prescott, [e-mail] if you have further questions about this role.

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