Research Fellow B in Business Models for Sustainable Transport and Green Energy

Applications are invited for a part-time Research Fellow position until August 2026 (with possible further extension). The role will encompass activities related to the financial modelling of zero-emission vehicles, fleets, and associated infrastructure, including data analysis, impact assessment, and tool development. It will also involve interpreting and reporting total cost of ownership (TCO) and total cost of logistics operations (TCoL) results to identify opportunities for financial optimisation, as well as collaborating closely with project participants. Additionally, the role includes documenting findings in formal reports and contributing to the development of high-quality journal and conference papers and other necessary outputs. The research will be carried out with collaborators from several industrial and academic institutions. A budget for travel expenses will be provided.

About you

This is a Research Fellow position, so the successful candidate must have a strong background in mechanical/electrical engineering and should hold a postgraduate degree in business administration or economics.
You need to have good programming skills. The candidates should be motivated and enthusiastic to work in a team environment and should have experience in communicating findings in journal papers.

Solid understanding and experience in (one or more of) the following areas are additional advantages:

• Familiarity with fleet operation, logistics or infrastructure planning for heavy-duty vehicles.
• Familiarity with planning, costing or operation of wind farms, solar farms, grid connections or large-scale energy storage projects.
• A research publication record in the related field
• Experience of EU or UK-funded collaborative research projects in the field of transport, energy or automotive
• Operating mechanisms of research projects

What we can offer

The appointee will join the Software Defined EVs, AV Fleets and Infrastructure Laboratory at the School of Engineering at the University of Surrey, which has research interests in a wide range of topics, including active vehicle dynamics, electric powertrains, transmission systems for electric and hybrid electric vehicles, infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, tyres, batteries, as well as costing and sustainability.

In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with additional days for Bank Holidays and University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please upload a CV and submit a cover letter via the University website. You will also be asked some brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the position.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact Reader Ahu Ece Hartavi Karci, School of Engineering (tel: +44 (0)1483 682895, email a.hartavikarci@surrey.ac.uk) for further information.

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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