About the job

The University of Leeds is seeking an ambitious and experienced Research Fellow in Integrated Simulation of Power, EVs and Charging Infrastructure to join the Institute for Transport Studies and contribute to advancing innovative bi-directional charging and smart grid-level energy optimisation in the context of e-mobility and sustainable transport systems. The role focuses on modelling and simulating the optimisation of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) energy flows using data on e-mobility demand, traffic and parking patterns, and grid configuration, with outcomes contributing to statistical models for power supply planning. A key part of the position involves working on the EU-funded “ePowerMove” project, which aims to enable large e-fleet participation in power systems optimisation through cost-effective, people-friendly infrastructure and interoperable vehicles, providing input to policy intervention scenarios and strategies to support green vehicle adoption, accelerate the transition to sustainable urban mobility, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in transport. The post may also involve supporting other related projects such as ZEV-UP, which develops and demonstrates frugal electric vehicles and innovative solutions for urban transport demand. This is a full-time, fixed-term role (until 30 June 2028) based primarily on the Leeds campus with hybrid and flexible working options available, offering a salary of £41,064 to £48,822 (Grade 7) depending on experience. The role may be eligible for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker or Global Talent visa routes, and benefits include 42 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and closure days), a generous pension scheme with 14.5% employer contribution, life assurance, discounted staff gym membership, personal development opportunities, access to childcare, shopping discounts, travel schemes, and other wellbeing initiatives.