The Operational Research Group within the School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science, QMUL, wishes to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Assistant to work on an EPSRC funded project looking at Software Engineering. The project seeks develop the adaptive ability of software to enable more efficient response of software to changes in-situ.

The project is part of a collaboration with researchers from; University College London, Stirling, Birmingham and York Universities.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in computational search and modelling complex systems and a proven track record in conducting high quality research. In addition the successful candidate will have a PhD in Computer Science, Operational Research, Mathematics or a related discipline; excellent skills in computer programming and the ability and desire to collaborate effectively other researchers at various stages of career.

This is a full time post for 36 months starting 1 October 2015 or as soon as possible after this date. The starting salary will be in the range of £31,735 - £35,319 per annum inclusive of London allowance. Benefits include 30 days annual leave, defined benefit pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

Informal enquiries should be addressed to Professor Edmund Burke (se-vp-pa@qmul.ac.uk)

To apply, please visit the Human Resources website on http://www.jobs.qmul.ac.uk and search for reference QMUL6826.

The closing date for applications is 28 September 2015.

Interviews are expected to be held shortly thereafter.

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