Research Assistant role at King’s College London in Spatial Data Analytics for Delivery Logistics. Full-time, fixed-term with a salary of £43,205 per annum. Apply by 6th August 2024.
About
The King’s College London Department of Informatics, along with the Departments of Engineering and Geography, want to hire a Research Assistant for Spatial Data Analytics in Delivery Logistics. The job will be at Bush House, Strand Campus.
This job is part of a research project aimed at improving delivery services using green transport like cargo bikes, electric vehicles, and walking or biking.
The project is a joint effort by staff from the Departments of Informatics, Engineering, and Geography at King’s College London, along with other universities and businesses.
The hired person will help the project by providing data science results for eco-friendly delivery methods.
Job Details
- Location: London
- Salary: £43,205 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance
- Hours: Full Time
- Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
- Placed On: 24th July 2024
- Closes: 6th August 2024
- Job Ref: 093005
Essential criteria
To do well in this job, candidates need these skills and experience:
- At least an MSc degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a similar field.
- Strong programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages, and experience with geospatial libraries like Geopandas and GDAL, as well as visualization libraries like Matplotlib and Seaborn.
- Ability to find patterns in space and time data, such as trends, correlations, and distributions.
- Knowledge of machine learning techniques and how to use them with spatial data using libraries like Sklearn, Pytorch, and Tensorflow.
- Good at writing and speaking English.
Desirable criteria
- Genuine interest in environmental sustainability.
- Understanding of e-commerce, delivery logistics, and urban planning.
- Familiarity with logistics optimization methods, such as integer programming, metaheuristics, and algorithms.
Full Details of the Role
Full details of the role and the skills and experience required can be found in the attached job description provided on the next page.
Please note that this is a PhD-level role, but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting the award of their PhDs will be considered. In these cases, the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30, with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the PhD award, the job title will become Research Associate, and the salary will increase to Grade 6.
Further Information
We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.
We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King’s.
We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.
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Interviews are due to be held shortly after the closing date.
This role meets the requirements of the Home Office, and therefore, we are able to offer sponsorship for candidates who require the right to work in the UK.
Benefits
- Professional Development: Gain experience in cutting-edge research within a renowned institution, collaborating with experts from multiple disciplines.
- Career Advancement: Opportunity to transition from Research Assistant to Research Associate upon PhD confirmation, with a corresponding salary increase.
- Inclusive Environment: Work in a diverse and welcoming community that values and supports all members.
- Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with academic and industry partners, expanding your professional network.
- Sponsorship Availability: Eligible candidates can receive sponsorship to work in the UK.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a supportive work environment that values your well-being and work-life balance.
- Location: Work at Bush House, Strand Campus, a central and vibrant location in London.