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We are seeking to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) to support the development, implementation, and real world adoption of advanced dec... Role: Postdoctoral Research Associate, Category: Scientific
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We are seeking to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) to support the development, implementation, and real world adoption of advanced decision support models for the optimisation of Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) networks.
This is a part time (0.4 FTE, two days per week), fixed term position for 9 months, based primarily at Sheffield City Council (SCC), Waste Management Department, working closely with the Waste Management Team as part of a project led by Professor Antonino Sgalambro ((Company Name - Subscribers only)) as follows: “Tailored Implementation of a Spatial Decision Support System for optimising Household Waste Recycling Centre networks: Sheffield City Council pilot and wider Local Authority engagement”.
The role will focus on the implementation, calibration, and integration of a Spatial Decision Support System (SDSS) within SCC systems, as well as supporting training and adoption by council officers to ensure sustainable, long term use.
The successful candidate will have PhD (or close to completion) in Operations Research or a closely allied discipline plus demonstrable expertise in deterministic optimisation modelling and algorithm development. You may have a track record of successful, high quality, publications in journals (ranked 3 or 4 in the Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS) Academic Journal Guide) and experience of research dissemination. You’ll have strong verbal and written communication skills, good time management, planning and prioritisation capabilities and a proven ability to work well both individually and in a team
Interviews to be held on 2 September 2026 PM
Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information please visit: .
For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information please visit:
What we offer in return
- 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary
- Health and Wellbeing: A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub hosting staff clubs, events and support services, including discounted staff membership at our state-of-the-art Campus gym, The Edge and a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme.
- Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Prof Antonino Sgalambro, Head of Analytics, Technology and Operations Department
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Job Details
Location
Other
Faculty/Service
Faculty of Business
School/Institute
Analytics, Technology & Operations Department
Category
Research
Grade
Grade 7
Salary
£41,064 to £48,822 per annum pro-rata
Working Time
15 hours per week
Post Type
Part Time
Contract Type
Fixed Term (9 months from 1 September 2026 (To complete specific time limited work))