Reader - Sustainability and Circular Economy

LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Loughborough University is seeking Readers specializing in Sustainability and Circular Economy to join their research-intensive community. The role involves advancing interdisciplinary research in sustainable aviation, energy transitions, and climate resilience. Candidates should have a PhD and a strong record of academic excellence. The university offers a supportive environment and opportunities for global impact.

Qualifications

• Sustained record of academic excellence recognized internationally.
• Evidence of leadership in research.

Responsibilities

• Advance net-zero aviation research and cleaner propulsion technology.
• Lead research in climate resilience and sustainable energy transitions.

Skills

Sustainability

Circular Economy

Leadership

Education

PhD or equivalent research experience

Job description

Can't wait to shape the future? Neither can we.

At Loughborough University, we are committed to academic excellence and investing in our people. We are seeking top research talent globally to address pressing challenges.

Creating Better Futures. Together is our strategy for the next decade, emphasizing our purpose, values, and global responsibility.

Our ambitions include leadership in education, student experience, and as a research-intensive university focused on societal betterment.

We aim to build an inclusive community of high-caliber staff worldwide. Whether starting your career or advancing it, you'll find opportunities to develop and connect globally.

Readers in Sustainability and Circular Economy

We are recruiting for Readers with expertise and interest in Sustainability and Circular Economy.

Building on interdisciplinary research in sustainable aviation, energy, and climate resilience, we seek experts in:

1. Sustainable Aviation: Advance net-zero aviation research, supporting activities in NCCAT with modelling and experimental approaches.
2. Cleaner Propulsion Technology: Strengthen collaborations with industry to promote net-zero propulsion.
3. Sustainable Energy Transitions: Work with STEER to accelerate energy system transitions through innovation and analysis.
4. Sustainable Fashion: Leverage expertise in circular fashion and sustainable textiles, including recycling innovations.
5. Sustainability and Policy in Health and the Public Sector: Address sustainability challenges in health and social care policy, locally and globally.
6. Circular Economy: Focus on chemical recycling, sustainable manufacturing, resource efficiency, and business modeling.
7. Climate Resilience and Adaptation: Lead research in disaster resilience, informatics, climate action, and digital decarbonisation.

What we're looking for

Candidates should demonstrate a sustained record of academic excellence, recognized internationally, with evidence of leadership and a PhD or equivalent research experience.

Full details are available on our recruitment website.

Why you should apply

Loughborough University is highly ranked for employee experience and research excellence, offering a supportive community and global impact.

Explore our rewards and benefits.

Application and Assessment

Apply early; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Details are on our website.

Further Information

Location: Most roles are at our East Midlands campus; specify interest in our London campus if preferred.

Job description: View the generic job description for the role of Reader.

Informal enquiries: Contact Professor Valerie Pinfield at [e-mail] for more info.

Reasonable adjustments: We support an inclusive process. Contact Professor Valerie Pinfield for accommodations.

Security Clearance: Some roles require UK government security clearance. Further info is available online.

Employment of Ex-Offenders: We welcome diverse candidates, including those with criminal records, and adhere to government guidelines.