Jobs, fresher vacancy - Redeployment - Research Assistant in domestic thermal demand modelling • UK

Company: Cardiff University

UK

Please note that this job is open only to current members of staff of Cardiff University who are eligible for redeployment.Internal Redeployment Only - Research Assistant in domestic thermal demand modelling (Cardiff School of Engineering)Cardiff School of EngineeringThe Centre for Integrated Renewable Energy Generation and Supply (CIREGS), one of the research groups within Cardiff School of Engineering, is looking to recruit a Research Assistant for an exciting research project on the modelling of domestic thermal demand with an emphasis on cooling.The successful candidate will undertake research duties to support the work programme of the Impact Delivery project ‘Tool for quantifying the long-term thermal imbalance of ground-source heat pumps’, including creating datasets for cooling demand profiles at individual dwelling and community levels, devising methods for forecasting cooling demand, and using specialist software to simulate community level cooling demand. The Research Assistant will support the integration of cooling demand data with numerical models of ground-source heat pump-based energy systems. The successful candidate will conduct work leading to the publishing of research outputs in high-quality research, pursue excellence in research, and inspire others to do the same.Information about Cardiff University School of Engineering and the CIREGS group The School of Engineering conducts internationally renowned research alongside teaching that places students at the centre of the learning experience.The School of Engineering holds an Athena SWAN Bronze Award that recognises good employment practice and a commitment to develop the careers of women working in science. Cardiff University is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. For this vacancy we actively encourage women to apply. We will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share opportunities. The Centre for Integrated Renewable Energy Generation and Supply (CIREGS) was established in 2008 as a small multidisciplinary engineering research group with international expertise in both the supply and transmission of energy. CIREGS now has 9 academic staff members and several Post-Doctoral Research Associates and PhD students. To find out more go to:Centre for Integrated Renewable Energy Generation and Supply - Research - Cardiff Universityhttps://www.linkedin.com/showcase/centre-for-integrated-renewable-energy-generation-and-supply-ciregs-The post is full-time (35 hours per week) and fixed-term starting ideally on 1st February 2026 for 8 months or until 30th August 2026 whichever date is earliest.Salary: £33,951 - £36,636 per annum (Grade 5). We do not anticipate appointing this position above point Grade 5, Point 25, £33,951 per annum.Job ref: 21196BRFor informal enquiries about the post please contact Prof Carlos E. Ugalde-Loo (Ugalde-LooC@cardiff.ac.uk).For further details about working at Cardiff School of Engineering please contact Bev Jones at Enginadmin@cardiff.ac.ukClosing date: Monday, 15 December 2025Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at: Responsible research assessment - Research - Cardiff UniversityTo undertake research, e.g. by planning, preparing, setting up, conducting and recording the outcome of experiments and desktop research.Actively participate within the research group, communicating and presenting research at meetings, through publications and other recognised avenues as appropriate, ensuring information is communicated to internal and external partners.To contribute and support research publications and presentations as required.To contribute and support research funding bids as required.To analyse and communicate complex ideas, concepts and data using appropriate methods and packages.To resolve issues and support colleagues in devising procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reportingTo generate research output and contribute to the development of independent and original ideas as appropriate.To provide support in research activities for undergraduate courses and research programmes and provide guidance to other members of staff within the research team.To maintain and update area of specialist knowledge, researching and critically appraising relevant literature within the area.OtherTo participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world.To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.To ensure that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality is applied when undertaking all duties.To abide by the University policies on Health and Safety and Equality and Diversity.Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.IMPORTANT: Evidencing CriteriaCandidates should evidence that they meet ALL of the essential criteria as well as, where relevant, the desirable criteria.As part of the application process you will be asked to provide this evidence via a supporting statement. Please ensure when submitting this document / attaching it to your application profile you name it with the vacancy reference number, in this instance, 21196BR. Essential CriteriaQualifications and EducationA degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience.Knowledge, Skills and ExperienceKnowledge of research methods and techniques within specialist field including:Techniques to model domestic cooling demand.Proficient use of IES VE to model and simulate building energy systems.Use of machine learning techniques to forecast cooling demand. Proven ability to analyse complex information, including large datasets, and summarise appropriately.Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodies.Knowledge and understanding of low-carbon technologies in energy systems.Communication and Team WorkingProven communication skills, including presentation to various audiences.Excellent organisational and team-working skills.OtherProven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and teamworking within work.Desirable CriteriaPostgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion / submission) in modelling of cooling demand and buildings or relevant industrial experienceEvidence of collaborations with industry.Proven ability to work without close supervision.Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.Proven understanding of UK policy towards decarbonisation of heat (including cooling).