About usThe Faculty of Engineering Sciences comprises ten academic departments which undertake research and teaching across a great range of disciplines. Our scientists and engineers take discoveries from life sciences, pure mathematics, psychology and many other areas, mix them together, add their own innovations and produce solutions to tackle the world’s global challenges.The Department of Chemical Engineering is routinely recognised among the very top departments in Europe and among the top 20 departments in the world in the QS World University Subject Rankings.The Department of Mechanical Engineering has for 175 years pioneered the development of engineering education and was the first Mechanical Engineering Department in England to introduce laboratories as part of engineering education. UCL Mechanical Engineering is home to world-leading research divisions in Biomechanical Engineering; Energy and the Environment; Marine; and Materials, Structures and Manufacturing.About the roleThe post sits within the Advanced Propulsion Lab (APL) in the Marshgate Building of the UCL East campus located in the London borough of Stratford. The campus is new, hosting world-class collaborative research laboratories across several disciplines.The appointed person will be expected to develop and lead a programme of original research in the broad area of Advanced Propulsion Technologies and contribute to teaching existing or new taught modules in the areas relevant to the post, including lectures and project supervision.Develop national and international networks and partnerships with industry, other academic institutions, government, and other relevant organisations to maximise research activitiesFurthermore, the appointed person will have expertise in carrying out and publish high-quality world-class research which complements the existing departmental and Faculty activities, secure research grant funding to support a vibrant research programme in the field of Advanced Propulsion.UCL is being assisted in the appointment process by executive search firm Society. To book a confidential conversation, contact Kayley West at Kayley.west@society-search.com.To apply online please upload your CV via Society’s website. Please see the attached candidate pack for full details.The deadline for receipt of applications is Tuesday, 9 September 2025.About youThe successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following criteria:
A PhD or EngD in engineering, chemistry, physics, or a relevant discipline.
A track record of securing research funding and fulfilling reporting obligations to funders is desirable.
A substantial international reputation in scholarship and research, or equivalent industrial experience, alongside an excellent publication record in high-impact international journals within disciplines relevant to the post.
Proven capability to conduct high-quality, original research in areas relevant to the role.
Demonstrated leadership qualities, with a clear commitment to supporting and motivating others through emotionally intelligent and inspirational leadership.
If you have any queries about the role or application process, have any technical issues, or need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, please contact the staffing team at faceng.facultyhr@ucl.ac.ukThis role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.What we offerAs well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits some of which are listed below:
41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
Immigration loan
Relocation scheme for certain posts
On-Site nursery
On-site gym
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
Discounted medical insurance
Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionAs London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce.These include people from Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.Available documents
