Job Overview
The University of Warwick is seeking a dedicated Research Fellow to join the School of Engineering for an industrial innovation project titled ‘Hybrid Cyber Range for Cyber-Physical Energy Systems.’ Led by Dr. Subhash Lakshminarayana, this role focuses on developing cutting-edge resilience enhancement algorithms and AI-driven security solutions for modern power grids.
Job Details
| Designation | Research Fellow |
| Research Area | Cybersecurity and Power Grids / AI for Energy Systems |
| Location | Coventry, University of Warwick (Connected Systems Lab) |
| Salary | £36,320 to £46,970 per annum |
| Contract Type | Full Time, Fixed-Term |
Research Area
The project focuses on the intersection of cybersecurity and energy systems. Key areas include cyber-physical resilience algorithms, AI for power grid optimization, mathematical risk modeling, and the development of proof-of-concept software for energy infrastructure protection.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Education: PhD-level training or equivalent work experience at the intersection of cybersecurity and power grids.
- Technical Skills: Experience in the application of machine learning for power grids and the ability to integrate machine learning backends into real-world setups.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaborative research and technical documentation.
- Note: Candidates who have recently submitted or are near PhD submission will be considered for appointment as a Research Assistant (Level 5) until the PhD is officially awarded.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Developing novel risk analysis and resilience enhancement methods for cyber-physical energy systems.
- Formulating mathematical risk modeling and resilience metrics.
- Translating research concepts into proof-of-concept software tools and algorithms.
- Evaluating implementations within a hybrid cyber range environment to validate mitigation strategies against cyber threats.
- Writing research findings for publication and presenting regular project reports.
- Collaborating with project partners across various UK sites.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, candidates must submit their application through the University of Warwick’s official jobs portal. Clicking the apply link will route you to the vacancy advert where you can find the full job description and selection criteria.
Last Date for Apply
18th November 2026 (11:59 PM UK time)
