Research Assistant in Just Energy Systems

We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant in Just Energy Systems to join the Energy and Power research group at the Department of Engineering Science (Osney).  The post is funded by the Climate Compatible Growth (CCG) programme and the Strategic Hydrogen Integration for Effective Low-Carbon Development (SHIELD) in Ukraine project and is fixed-term until 31 March 2026.

CCG is a £95m UK ODA-funded research programme running until March 2030, helping developing countries take a path of low carbon development whilst simultaneously unlocking profitable investment in green infrastructure, opening up new markets and supporting delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). SHIELD is a £1.7m FCDO-funded research initiative that focuses on assessing the potential of green hydrogen and ammonia within Ukraine’s energy system. The successful candidate will join the Energy and Power Group and support the team’s work on place-based decision-making, with a particular focus on equitable energy planning and energy access. 

The ethos of EPG is focused on developing individuals to reach their goals, developing real- world tools and techniques for sustainable energy systems and to celebrate diversity. A hybrid working pattern is normal practice for the group, along with a range of other benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days’ annual leave
• Family leave schemes and a comprehensive range of childcare services
• Cycle loan scheme and discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

You should hold a relevant first degree, possess sufficient specialist knowledge in energy systems or energy access, and its application to policy and/or economic analysis, and be proficient in Python programming, data analytics, energy systems modelling, geospatial and computational methods.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Gemma Watson  (email: gemma.watson@eng.ox.ac.uk)

For more information about working at the Department, see www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/

Only online applications received before midday on 20 May 2025 can be considered. You will be required to upload a 2-page supporting statement, including a brief statement of research interests (describing how past experience and future plans fit with the advertised position), CV (3-pages maximum) and the details of two referees as part of your online application. Interviews will take place on 30 May and 2 June 2025.

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.

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