Research Associate/Assistant

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

Salary
Research Assistant £33,951 - £35,608 per annum.
Research Associate £36,636 - £38,784 per annum.

The Role
We are delighted to be seeking a motivated individual to join the AI Group within the School of Computing at Newcastle University. The postholder will work on an EPSRC funded IAA project, leading the development and evaluation of AI models for the design and optimisation of integrated energy systems in public buildings. They will analyse heterogeneous datasets, create realistic what-if scenario analyses, and develop trustworthy AI tools and software prototypes to optimise energy cost, carbon emissions, and demand-side flexibility under uncertain building operating conditions. The postholder will collaborate with academic researchers, public-sector stakeholders, and industry partners to ensure that the developed solutions address practical challenges in decarbonising public estates.

The successful applicant will possess excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to undertake high-quality, impactful research. They should be self-motivated, capable of managing their own research activities, and committed to delivering innovative AI solutions that support the transition towards low-carbon and energy-positive public buildings.

This post is available from 23 September 2026 on a full-time, fixed-term basis until 22 September 2027. For all informal enquiries, please contact Dr Wanqing Zhao (Wanqing.Zhao@newcastle.ac.uk).

As part of our commitment to career development for research colleagues, the University has developed 3 levels of Research Innovation Role Profiles.pdf. These profiles set out firstly the generic competencies and responsibilities expected of role holders at each level and, secondly, the general qualifications and experiences needed for entry at a particular level.

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