Lecturer in Electronic and Electrical Engineering (T&R) (1 post)

University of Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

Pension scheme

On-site childcare

Gym membership discounts

Professional development

Job summary

The University of Leeds invites applications for a Lecturer in Power Electronics to contribute to teaching and to a vibrant research programme in ICaPNet. The post focuses on inverter-based resources, grid-forming and control, and integration with power systems.

You will deliver research-informed teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, supervise early career researchers, and engage in collaborative, externally funded work supporting net-zero goals.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• Strong publication record and international collaboration.
• Evidence of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Ability to supervise doctoral researchers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver research-informed teaching across UG/PG programs.
• Develop and sustain an internationally recognized research programme.
• Mentor early career researchers and supervise PhD students.
• Contribute to administration and outreach within ICaPNet.

Skills

Power electronics

Grid-forming control

Research leadership

Teaching

Education

PhD in EE

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Do you have a track record of high quality research and a clear vision for developing your profile at an international level? Can you contribute to innovative research led teaching and support an excellent student experience across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes? Are you committed to working collaboratively, contributing to an inclusive and supportive School community, and engaging in active academic citizenship?

Applications submitted during the previous recruitment campaign will not be reconsidered. Previous applicants may submit a new application if they can demonstrate additional relevant skills, experience, or achievements not included in their original application

All staff are responsible for upholding the University's Values, including contributing to an environment in which everyone is free from discrimination and harassment, and diverse voices and experiences are actively included.

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Power Electronics who will contribute to the School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering's academic mission through research, teaching, and academic citizenship. The successful applicant will be able to teach in core areas of Electronic and Electrical Engineering with a research focus at the frontier of power electronics and its integration with power systems. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in inverter-based resources (IBRs), the integration of IBRs into power systems, grid-forming and grid-following converter control, and the stability, dynamics, and control of power-electronics-dominated networks. This post will join a highly successful group carrying out research into renewable energy technologies which is contributing to the national and international activities for net zero. The successful candidate would join the Institute of Communication and Power Networks (ICaPNet).

This role offers the opportunity to develop and sustain a high quality, internationally recognised research programme aligned with the School's strategic priorities, including active engagement in collaborative, interdisciplinary, and externally funded research.

You will deliver research informed teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, contributing to curriculum design, innovation, and enhancement. You will play a key role in fostering an inclusive, engaging, and high quality student experience, and will support the academic and professional development of students and early career researchers through effective supervision and mentoring.

In addition, you will contribute to the effective and collegial operation of the School through administrative and service activities, working collaboratively with colleagues and supporting the University's commitment to excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. The role may also include teaching or academic engagement in support of the School's transnational education activities, including overseas teaching for up to six weeks in an academic year.

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
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• 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:

Professor Kevin Morris, Head of the School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Email: [e-mail]

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visaroutebut first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa .

For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information, please visit the Government's page, Apply for the Global Talent visa.