Lecturer in Sustainable Technologies for the Built Environment

The School of the Built Environment is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Lecturer to enhance teaching capability and course leadership in the area of engineering mathematics, information and communications technology (ICT), power systems and the management of energy systems. Teaching responsibilities will include core contributions to the School’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, specifically including the MEng/BEng in Architectural Engineering and Masters programmes in Renewable Energy: Technology and Sustainability and Design and Management of the Built Environment.

The appointment will complement areas of existing strength in other aspects of energy, sustainability, engineering applications and systems within the built environment. We anticipate the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate research scholarship by developing a publication record in their area of specialist expertise. Opportunities are also available to engage in research within a unique interdisciplinary research environment. Areas of research activity within the Department are wide-ranging, currently including building and urban environmental quality; urban green infrastructure; energy system behaviours as related to building scale energy demands and aligns with issues of energy and/or environmental engineering in the context of the built environment.

The School of the Built Environment is internationally renowned for its research and education relating to the design, construction and operation of the buildings and places within which we live, work and play. We have a strong orientation towards interdisciplinary 'real-world' problems and have a proud track record of active engagement with the professions. 

You will have:

• A passion for delivering innovative education at all levels.
• An emerging research agenda, with plans for academic publications.
• A commitment to collaboration, and to developing and leading innovative academic practices and activities

Closing date: 02 August 2024
Interviews will be held: 16 August 2024

Contact details for advert:
Contact Name: Dr Emmanuel A Essah
Contact Job Title: Head of Department
Contact Email address: e.a.essah@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name: Dr Tim Lees
Alternative Contact Job Title: Head of School
Alternative Contact Email address: t.j.lees@reading.ac.uk

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route.  Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying.  There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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