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

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November 10, 2025
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Job Description

About the School

The Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources (BSEER) at University College London is a leading global centre for research and teaching on sustainability transitions. The School encompasses four institutes:

  • UCL Energy Institute – delivers cutting-edge research and policy support on climate change and energy security.
  • UCL Institute for Environmental Design and Engineering
  • UCL Institute for Sustainable Heritage
  • UCL Institute for Sustainable Resources

The UCL Energy Institute houses the Air Transportation Systems Laboratory (ATSLab), which develops advanced models simulating passenger, freight, airline, and airport behaviour across global aviation networks. These tools quantify the impact of policy, technological change, and infrastructure expansion on the aviation system

Role Overview

We are seeking a Research Fellow to join ATSLab to analyse strategies for expanding London’s airport system while achieving net-zero carbon targets. You will be an integral member of ATSLab, contributing to modelling development, research publications, and collaborations with academic and industry partners in the UK and internationally.

Key responsibilities

  • Advance the development of the Airline Behaviour Model.
  • Collaborate with academic and industry stakeholders, nationally and internationally.
  • Contribute to grant applications and research outputs for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Present research findings at national and international conferences.
  • Support MSc and PhD student supervision and teaching activities as required.
  • This position is available from 1 November 2025 and initially funded for 12 months, with the possibility of extension depending on funding.

Person Specification

Essential:

  • PhD in transportation, optimisation, econometrics, or a closely related field (or nearing submission).
  • Expertise in transportation modelling and applied optimisation.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

  • Proficiency in programming languages and software packages such as Python, R, Matlab, CPLEX.
  • Experience with large-scale data analysis and simulation modelling.
  • Ability to communicate research outcomes to diverse audiences, including academic and industry stakeholders.

Benefits

The role offers a comprehensive package including:

  • 41 days’ annual leave (27 days + 8 public holidays + 6 closure days) with option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
  • Defined benefit pension scheme (CARE).
  • Cycle-to-work and season-ticket loan schemes.
  • Immigration loan and relocation support for eligible posts.
  • On-site nursery and gym facilities.
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
  • Employee Assistance Programme and discounted medical insurance.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

UCL values the diversity of talent and is committed to equality, fairness, and creating an inclusive environment. We particularly encourage applications from groups underrepresented in our workforce: ethnic minority candidates, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and women for senior roles. BSEER holds an Athena SWAN Silver award recognising achievements in gender equality.

Visa & Sponsorship Information

UCL holds a licence to sponsor international applicants for UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) visas where eligibility requirements are met.

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