Energy Innovation Coordinator — Lead Cross‑UHI Projects

University of the Highlands and Islands; Thurso; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Thurso seeks an Energy Innovation Coordinator for a fixed term of 12 months, possibly extendable. The role requires leading energy knowledge exchange activities and engaging with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have a first degree and a PhD or equivalent experience, along with strong communication and project management skills. Benefits include generous annual leave and a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

45 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland

Occupational sick pay scheme

Family friendly leave provisions

Employee Assistance Programmes

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Knowledge, skills, and experience usually associated with a first degree.
• Experience in managing collaborative, multi-institutional projects.
• Ability to organize research workload independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate energy knowledge exchange and innovation activity.
• Identify knowledge exchange opportunities and apply for funding.
• Develop research in line with strategic goals on UHI Energy Innovation.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication skills

Research proposal preparation

Funding application

Education

First degree

PhD or equivalent professional qualification

Job description

A higher education institution in Thurso seeks an Energy Innovation Coordinator for a fixed term of 12 months, possibly extendable. The role requires leading energy knowledge exchange activities and engaging with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have a first degree and a PhD or equivalent experience, along with strong communication and project management skills. Benefits include generous annual leave and a local government pension scheme.