Reader - Renewable Energy, Hydrogen Research and Infrastructure

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Date: 11 hours ago
City: Loughborough
Contract type: Full time
Can't wait to shape the future? Neither can we.

At Loughborough University, we are committed to academic excellence, therefore we are investing in our people. We are seeking top research talent from around the world to tackle the most pressing challenges of our time.

Creating Better Futures. Together is our ambitious strategy for the next decade, defining our purpose, values, and aspirations, while recognising our global responsibility.

Our ambitions see us leading on education and student experience, but also as an internationally recognised research-intensive University. Our research focuses on changing the world for the better, addressing society's biggest challenges.

We are committed to building a thriving and inclusive community of high calibre staff from across the globe. Whether you're at the start of your career or looking to take the next step, we offer a great opportunity to further develop and connect with global minds.

Readers in Renewable Energy, Hydrogen Research and Infrastructure

We are currently recruiting for Readers with expertise, and an interest in, Renewable Energy, Hydrogen Research and Infrastructure.

As a UK Leader In Renewable Energy, Loughborough Is At The Forefront Of Hydrogen Research, Clean Energy Systems And Materials Innovation. We're Seeking Expertise In The Following Areas

  • Renewable Energy: Help us grow our research strengths in energy storage, solar and photovoltaic technologies, smart grids, onshore/offshore wind energy and systems approaches to renewable energy innovation and integration.
  • Hydrogen: Be part of developing a hydrogen ecosystem, integrating with regional hydrogen projects to drive the hydrogen economy and market development.
  • Materials for a Sustainable Future: Supporting the National Materials Innovation Strategy.
  • Materials Characterisation: Further strengthening our expertise in advanced materials for renewable energy.
  • Infrastructure resilience: Addressing climate change impacts, such as the deterioration of engineered earthworks.

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates will have a sustained and continuing record of excellence which has contributed to the furtherance of knowledge in their discipline and is recognised in a well-established and high-profile international reputation. Evidence of significant academic leadership and a PhD, or equivalent research experience, are also essential.

Full details about what we're looking for, and how your application will be assessed are available on our academic recruitment website.

Why you should apply

Loughborough University is a great place to work, so much so that we have recently been named as one of the highest-ranking universities for employee experience in the Inspire HE Rankings , showcasing our commitment to our people. We're proud of our welcoming, supportive, and successful community.

We are consistently ranked among the UK's top universities, recognised for our outstanding student experience, cutting-edge facilities, and global influence in research and innovation. It's also why our graduates go on to shape industries, advance knowledge, and create positive change worldwide.

View more about our range of rewards and benefits .

Application and Assessment

You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. View the specific application review dates .

Full details about how your application will be assessed are available on our academic recruitment website.

Further Information

Location: It is anticipated that the majority of the academic roles we have available as part of the campaign will be located at our East Midlands campus in Loughborough. Should you be particularly interested in working at our London campus please state this in your application.

Job description: View the generic job description for the position of Reader, which includes an overview of the role and responsibilities.

Informal enquiries: We welcome enquiries for further information about the role. Please contact Professor Paul Conway, Dean of the School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering by email on [email protected] .

Reasonable adjustments: We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please contact Professor Paul Conway, Dean of the School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering by email on [email protected] .

Security Clearance: Some of our roles may involve working in partnership with third-party organisations that require access to government assets. If this applies to a role that you are interested in, please note that you will require security clearance to the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) level or higher. If you apply for, and are subsequently offered a role, we will let you know if this is required as part of the background checking procedure. Further information can be found on the Government website.

Employment of Ex-Offenders: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all of our colleagues, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. Some of our roles may involve working with children or vulnerable individuals, or may require individuals to assume positions of particular trust. If this applies to a role you are interested in, and you are subsequently offered such a role, we will inform you if a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required as part of the background checking procedure. Further information can be found on the Government website .

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