University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking an Assistant Research Fellow in Electronic Engineering (OUTSOURCED) in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
Your Responsibility
The successful candidate will provide technical and research assistance to ongoing projects within the Industrial Joint-Lab on Smart Mobility and Transportation. The role offers an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to real-world research challenges, advanced systems development, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Core responsibilities include:
- Conducting literature reviews, critical evaluations, and data analysis to support publications and proposals.
- Supporting grant writing efforts through information collation, translation, and documentation preparation.
- Assisting with hardware/software selection, system setup, and testing for experimental work.
- Supporting the organisation of events such as forums, workshops, and conferences.
- Helping to build and maintain collaborations with internal researchers and external partners.
- Assisting in the preparation of research reports, documentation, and dissemination materials.
- Participating in training activities and developing technical/research skills.
- Performing administrative tasks to ensure effective operation of the research environment.
Who Should Apply
We welcome applicants from a broad spectrum of disciplines, including but NOT limited to:
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence
- Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
- Automation and Control
- Data Science or Applied Mathematics
- Information Systems or Communications Engineering
- Environmental Technology or Transport Engineering
This role is particularly suited to:
- Graduates considering progression to postgraduate (Master’s/PhD) study.
- Individuals looking to transition into a research-oriented career.
- Candidates with a strong interest in smart cities, AI applications, autonomous systems, or intelligent transport.
Candidate Requirements
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant Science or Engineering discipline.
- Good command of spoken and written English.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret information and propose solutions.
- Interest in technology, mobility, sustainability, or systems innovation.
- Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative research team.
- Experience in data handling, software tools, or experimental systems (desirable but not essential).
About Us
Join a unique British University in China. The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. This award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 9,000 in just 20 years.
About Industrial Joint-Lab on Smart Mobility and Transportation
The Industrial Joint-Lab on Smart Mobility and Transportation focuses on next-generation technologies to improve urban mobility, including:
- Autonomous driving systems and connected vehicles (CAVs)
- AI-powered transport infrastructure and V2X communication
- Real-time traffic optimisation and sensor integration
- Resilient and sustainable mobility models for smart cities
Collaborating with academic and industrial stakeholders, the lab addresses societal and environmental challenges tied to urbanisation and mobility innovation.
Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support
You will be offered a fixed term outsourced contract initially with effect from June 2025 or as soon as thereafter. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit an application via our on-line application system before 20 May 2025. Only on-line applications will be accepted. Referees will be contacted prior to interview and interviews will take place in Ningbo China.
Applications should include but are not limited to the following:
- A cover letter
- An up-to-update CV includes academic and research achievement list
Enquiries
Informal enquiries regarding the research project may be addressed to Dr C.F. Kwong (Chiew-Foong.Kwong@nottingham.edu.cn). If you are unable to apply on-line please contact the Human Resources Office, Tel: 86 574 88180000(Ext. 8404).
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