Research Fellow – UCL internal applicants only(UK Visa Sponsorship Available)

Job Description

About UCL & BSEER

The Bartlett School of Environment, Energy, and Resources (BSEER) at UCL is a global leader in sustainability research and education. Comprising four world-class institutes — the UCL Energy Institute, UCL Institute for Environmental Design and Engineering, UCL Institute for Sustainable Heritage, and UCL Institute for Sustainable Resources — BSEER integrates interdisciplinary knowledge to address energy, climate change, and sustainability challenges.

The UCL Energy Institute provides policy advice, technical expertise, and innovative research on energy systems and climate solutions. Its Air Transportation Systems Laboratory (ATSLab) develops econometric, operations-research, and physical science-based models simulating global air passenger and freight behavior, helping policymakers and industry respond to disruptive technologies, airport expansions, and climate targets.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Research Fellow to support and advance the ATSLab’s work on sustainable aviation, focusing on expanding London’s airport system while achieving net-zero carbon targets. You will be a core member of the team, enhancing modelling capabilities, supporting publications, and engaging with academic and industry partners internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and refinement of the Airline Behaviour Model.
• Collaborate with academic researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders in the UK and abroad.
• Contribute to grant proposals and peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Present research findings at conferences and workshops.
• Mentor PhD and MSc students and contribute to teaching as needed.
• Assist in expanding ATSLab’s research portfolio, including project planning and evaluation.
• The post is funded for 12 months starting 1 November 2025, with potential for extension based on future funding.

Candidate Profile

• PhD completed or near completion in transortation, optimisation, econometrics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in mathematical modelling, optimisation solvers, and programming (e.g., CPLEX, R, Python, Matlab).
• Experience in collaborative research environments and willingness to work across disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to present complex results to both apcademic and non-academic audiences.

Benefits & Rewards

• 41 days holiday (27 annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
• Option to purchase 5 extra leave days
• Defined-benefit CARE pension scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme and season-ticket loan
• Relocation and immigration loan (where applicable)
• Access to on-site nursery and gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee Assistance Programme & discounted medical insurance

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

UCL is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. We encourage applications from individuals underrepresented in academia, including:

• Ethnic minority backgrounds
• Disabled individuals
• LGBTQI+ candidates
• Women in senior roles (Grades 9 & 10)