Research Fellow

Salary: Competitive starting salary range from £37,099 up to £40,521 per annum (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered

Mode: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract until 4 February 2026   

Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them. Our people are key to our success and each role contributes to the Group’s ongoing progress in communities around the world.

The Role

As a Research Fellow within the Centre for Future Transport and Cities you will undertake and play a lead role in the development of impactful research and consultancy activity.  Developing and identifying new research objectives, proposals, and impact activities for your own or joint research, while contributing to REF impact rated nationally/internationally excellent.

You will apply innovative research methods and extend the research portfolio including the publication of your research results and outcomes. You will build internal and external networks for the exchange of information and future collaboration, sharing information, and identifying potential sources of funds will play a key part of this role.

Contributing to teaching, learning and development programmes as appropriate, you will use research findings to inform curriculum development while assisting in the development of student research skills.

Qualifications Required

PhD or equivalent (where equivalence is having evidence of a submitted thesis by the closing date for applications and award within Probation) or professional experience equivalent to a PhD demonstrating an ability to carry-out independent research with a 1^st Class/2.1 Degree in an appropriate subject such as computer science, artificial intelligence, robotics, electrical/mechanical engineering or a closely related field

Our Successful Candidate

A highly motivated and experienced Research Fellow with demonstrable expert knowledge and understanding of a variety of related subject including:

• Machine learning and deep learning techniques, preferably with a focus on generative models (e.g. GANs, VAEs, LLMs, VLMs,). 
• Robust data analysis methods and tools, including statistical techniques, bias detection, clustering, and risk modelling, to handle large, complex datasets in a reproducible and reliable manner,
• Autonomous systems, robotics, or transportation engineering including experience contributing to the innovation and development of the field.

With an Advanced knowledge of research methods and techniques with demonstratable adherence to all regulations, you will have the ability to develop research objectives, projects, and proposals for own and joint research.

Your research will be sufficient to write up and produce excellent, high-quality publications in high profile peer reviewed journals and present at national/international events. You will be committed to working collaboratively on research development, delivery and dissemination including interdisciplinary or cross-disciplinary research, public engagement, and knowledge exchange.

The Benefits

Along with a competitive salary we offer an industry leading Rewards and Benefits package which includes:

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 38 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fee’s for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
• New Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle To Work scheme

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.