Research Fellow – Aviation Systems, Net-Zero & Transport Modelling(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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December 12, 2025
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Job Description

About Us

This role sits within The Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources (BSEER)—part of UCL’s renowned Faculty of the Built Environment. BSEER brings together four specialist institutes, each contributing world-leading research and teaching on sustainability transitions

The UCL Energy Institute delivers influential research addressing climate change, the future of energy systems and global energy security. Its Air Transportation Systems Laboratory (ATSLab) develops advanced, peer-reviewed simulation tools that examine how passengers, airlines, shippers and airports respond to technological change, infrastructure expansion and public policy within the global aviation system.

These models are regularly used to evaluate policy impacts, airport capacity decisions and emerging innovations in aviation.

About the Role

We are seeking a Research Fellow to explore how London’s airport system can expand sustainably while aligning with the UK’s legally binding net-zero emissions commitments. Working as a central member of ATSLab, you will enhance the team’s modelling suite and contribute to strategic research projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Advancing the development and refinement of the Airline Behaviour Model
  • Working collaboratively with UK and international academic and industry stakeholders
  • Supporting the expansion of ATSLab’s research activities by contributing to grant proposals
  • Producing high-quality scientific publications
  • Presenting research findings at major national and international conferences
  • Providing supervision and teaching support to MSc and PhD students where needed
  • The position begins on 1 November 2025 and is funded for 12 months initially, with potential for extension subject to funding availability.

UCL welcomes international candidates and may sponsor eligible applicants requiring a visa.

About You

You will have a PhD (or be close to submitting one) in transportation research, econometrics, optimisation, operations research, or a related area. Essential attributes include strong analytical skills, familiarity with modelling approaches in transport systems, and a solid grounding in quantitative research.

Knowledge of programming languages and optimisation tools—such as Python, R, Matlab, CPLEX or comparable packages—is highly desirable.

What We Offer

Alongside the opportunity to contribute to impactful research on sustainable aviation, UCL provides an excellent benefits package that includes:

  • 41 days of holiday (27 days leave + 8 bank holidays + 6 closure days)
  • Option to purchase an additional 5 days’ leave
  • CARE defined-benefit pension scheme
  • Cycle-to-Work scheme & season ticket loans
  • Immigration loan assistance
  • Relocation support for eligible posts
  • On-site nursery and gym access
  • Enhanced parental leave policies
  • Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
  • Discounted private medical insurance

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

UCL is committed to creating an environment where all staff feel welcome and valued. As a globally engaged university, we recognise that diversity strengthens creativity, innovation and research impact.

We strongly encourage applications from groups underrepresented in our workforce—including ethnic minority candidates, disabled applicants, LGBTQI+ individuals, and (for senior levels) women.
The department holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award, recognising its active efforts to promote gender equality.

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