Assistant Professor in Geotechnical Engineering

Imperial College London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days off a year

Generous pension schemes

Job summary

Imperial College London in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Geotechnical Engineering. The successful candidate will build an original research program that complements the Geotechnics Section and supports Imperial’s mission to advance science for humanity.

Responsibilities include leading research projects, developing collaborations with academia and industry, and teaching and supervising students at undergraduate and

Qualifications

• PhD (or equivalent) in Geotechnical Engineering or a related field.
• Developing national reputation in geotechnical engineering.
• Evidence of ability to contribute to low-carbon energy, climate resilience, and SDGs.
• Experience with undergraduate and postgraduate education; PhD supervision desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, resource and direct an original and impactful research programme in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Lead research projects and develop collaborations with colleagues across the Department and Imperial, as well as with external academic and industry partners.
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education in soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering, including teaching and supervision of research students.

Skills

Geotechnical research

Academic collaboration

Teaching & supervision

PhD in Geotechnical Engineering

Education

PhD in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Location: South Kensington (hybrid)

About the role:

We are delighted to be recruiting a new colleague at Assistant Professor level in Geotechnical Engineering in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering.

The successful candidate will have research interests which complement the current research activity of our Geotechnics Section, together with a developing research profile and a clear vision for developing their research at Imperial.

What you would be doing:

You will plan, resource and direct an original and impactful research programme in Geotechnical Engineering, leading research projects and developing collaborative projects with colleagues across the Department and Imperial, as well as with external academic and industry partners.

You will also contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education in soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering, including teaching and the supervision of research students.

What we are looking for:

You will have a PhD (or equivalent) in Geotechnical Engineering or a related field and a developing expertise and national reputation in geotechnical engineering.

You will also be able to provide evidence that your research can contribute to:

• address the challenges of delivering low carbon energy,
• mitigate the risks posed by climate change,
• contribute to develop sustainable resilient infrastructure, or
• address the UN sustainable development goals.

Expertise in one of the following fields is desirable: Field testing / in-situ monitoring and testing, geoenvironmental engineering including brownfield development, underground infrastructure, earthworks, geological engineering, geotechnical earthquake engineering, or sustainable geotechnics.

You will have a portfolio of research publications, confirming national standing (commensurate with career stage) plus experience of undergraduate and postgraduate education (experience of PhD supervision is desirable).

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• The opportunity to grow in your career with tailored training programmes for academic staff including mentoring and dedicated support with navigating your career and managing research as well as a transparent promotion process.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).

Further Information

Further information can be found in the job description.

If you require any further details on the role, please contact: Professor Catherine O’Sullivan – [e-mail]

For technical issues when applying online please email [e-mail].

Closing date: 1 December 2026

£73,194 to £82,954 per annum