Senior Research Associate/Research Associate: Mathematical Modelling, Integer Programming, Exact and Heuristic Algorithms

Mathematical Models and Algorithms for Allocating Scarce Airport Resources (OR-MASTER) is a Programme Grant funded by the Engineering and Physical Science Research Council, UK (EPSRC) involving Lancaster University and University of Leicester. At Lancaster, OR-MASTER will be undertaken by the Centre for Transport and Logistics (CENTRAL).   Professor Konstantinos G. Zografos at Lancaster University is the Principal Investigator and overall Programme Director.  Professors Kevin Glazebrook (Lancaster) and Edmund Burke (University of Leicester) are the two Programme Co-Investigators.  

OR-MASTER will develop new mathematical models and algorithms for solving complex, large-scale airport resource allocation problems. To achieve our objectives we seek to recruit world-leading post-doctoral researchers (Research Associates) with ambition, potential and determination.

The main activities of the post-holders will include:-

• Innovative research investigation under the OR-MASTER and other projects undertaken by the Centre for Transport and Logistics (CENTRAL)
• Collaborative activities with CENTRAL affiliated organisations and participation in project events (e.g. stakeholder workshops)
• Preparation of research papers
• Preparation and presentation of conference papers
• Contribution to the development of impact cases
• Other duties associated with the CENTRAL activities and projects, including workshops/seminars/conferences/advisory board and executive board meetings/engagement with project stakeholders.

This role is for a two year contract, however the roles remain contingent on external funding which at this time is due to come to an end on 30th June 2024.

Informal enquiries to Professor Konstantinos G. Zografos - email: k.zografos@lancaster.ac.uk,  

Interview date: 25th-27th April 2023          

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