Lecturer in Energy Transition – Electrical Power Systems

The UK Energy Research Centre; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Lecturer in Energy Transition – Electrical Power Systems to engage in cutting-edge research and provide innovative teaching. The role requires a PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and a proven research track record. Responsibilities include delivering a new joint programme while traveling internationally for teaching. The salary ranges from £47,389 to £56,535 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related disciplines.
• Excellent research track record in energy transition.
• Flexibility to deliver courses in interdisciplinary curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interdisciplinary research in Energy Transition.
• Deliver engaging and innovative teaching at various levels.
• Travel internationally to fulfill teaching obligations.

Skills

Outstanding communication skills

Curriculum development

Teaching delivery

Research in Smart grids

Experience in Electrical systems

Education

PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

Lecturer in Energy Transition – Electrical Power Systems

University of Aberdeen– School of Engineering

The School of Engineering at the University of Aberdeen is a research-intensive, interdisciplinary school engaged in fundamental and applied research and offering Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PGT) degree programmes across five Engineering disciplines: Chemical, Civil, Electrical and Electronic, Mechanical, and Petroleum. The School’s research spans the main engineering disciplines across five Research Groups and a number of Research Centres (https://www.abdn.ac.uk/engineering/research/index.php ).

The School invites applications for a Lecturer in Energy Transition – Electrical Power Systems, from individuals seeking to carry out interdisciplinary, cutting‑edge research at an international level. Applicants should have outstanding communication skills and a passion for curriculum development and the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching. This post will support delivery of a new joint 3+1 programme with an overseas University. The Appointee will primarily be based in Aberdeen but will be expected to travel to China and/or other overseas locations to deliver their teaching obligations; visits are likely to be up to 4 weeks duration at any one time, typically twice per year. The post holder needs to have wide expertise and be flexible enough to also deliver taught courses within the Engineering interdisciplinary curriculum at levels 1 and 2 outside the EEE area.

We are particularly seeking individuals with a PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related disciplines with an excellent research track record in one or more of the following areas:

• Smart grids and modern power systems;
• HVDC, MVDC grids and DC microgrids;
• Electrification of energy‑intensive industries;
• Electrical systems for renewable energy production, integration and storage.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 7, £47,389 – £56,535 per annum and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Any appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references and a period of probation.

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will need to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Redmayne, HR Adviser ([e-mail]) for further information. Online application forms are available atwww.abdn.ac.uk/jobs .

The closing date for receipt of applications is11 January 2026.Interviews will be heldin personon 20 February 2026 for an anticipated start date of 25 May 2026.

Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Ekaterina Pavlovskaia, e-mail:[e-mail] . Please do not send application forms or CVs to her.