Lecturer in Power Systems Engineering (KK12588) -Bath, BA2 7AYAbout the roleThe Department of Electronic andElectrical Engineering at the University of Bath is seeking toappoint a lecturer with a strong alignment to power systemsengineering and artificial intelligence to provide excellentpostgraduate research supervision and deliver high-qualityteaching. We are looking for outstanding researchers toenhance our research, join an expanding and ambitious department,and to shape the technology of the future in a vibrant andinclusive environment and to engage with plans to grow teaching inthese areas with strategic partnerships. Our electrical powersystems research area is a key part of the Centre for SustainableEnergy Systems and has a reputation for strong scientificcontributions to scalable and resilient energy network and marketmodelling and analyses. We have delivered tools and evidence forthe UK Government, the energy regulator and wider industry forintroducing new industrial standards, practices, and policies toaccelerate the net zero transition. We are at the forefront ofenergy system data and digitalisation through our engagement withthe government’s Energy System Digital Spine project. We deliver anannual Power Markets Training Course to national policy makersoutside the UK, in conjunction with the Foreign and CommonwealthDevelopment Office, the World Bank, and the University ofCambridge.The successful applicant will build a research portfoliowith potential for national and international impact. They willhelp the department equip our students with the ability to makeoutstanding contributions in the world around them, by fosteringadvanced knowledge and practical skills, and they will support anddevelop courses that are intellectually bold and academicallystimulating.We are interested in applicants with core expertise inpower engineering, and an interest in energy networks in generaland the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in energysystems. About youYou will be expected to contribute to ourundergraduate programmes in Electrical and Electronic Engineeringand postgraduate programmes, such as our MSc in ArtificialIntelligence for Engineering and Design, with teaching in areassuch as: Power system fundamentalsPower system modelling andanalyses Power system operation, security and resilienceEnergymarkets and regulationApplications of AI and data science in energysystem operation and developmentRenewable energy production andutilisation and AIThe successful applicant will have a track recordin fundamental and applied power systems research and artificialintelligence, with the potential to develop a research portfolio,and a key interest in educating the next generation of powerengineers that are fit for the low carbon future.You will hold aPhD and an undergraduate degree in Electronic and ElectricalEngineering or a very closely related subject. Through yourresearch and teaching, you will be passionate about addressing theglobal challenges and educating the next generation of electronicand electrical engineers. This role will suit you ifyou:Demonstrate a clear fit to the Department’s research profileincluding the application of artificial intelligence and machinelearning in your research area, and the ability to win and deliverresearch grants.Are passionate about teaching and have the abilityto teach a wide range of electronic and electrical engineeringsubjects at both postgraduate and undergraduate levels on all ourcourses.Have a growing publication record and internationalreputation appropriate to your career stage.Enjoy working in acollaborative, diverse and supportive environment.Working withus You will be joining a progressive and thriving academicenvironment and will benefit from the collaborative andwell-established Department and Faculty systems at the Universityof Bath. This includes a strong mentoring and personal &professional development environment in the Department, and theUniversity’s professional development programme for new lecturers.The lifestyle advantages of working and living in one of the mostbeautiful and accessible areas in the UK are an addedattraction.Informal enquiries about the post may be made to Dr BenMetcalfe, Head of Department or Professor FurongLi include in your application:a CV(including publication list)a 2-page (max) Research plan andphilosophya 1-page (max) Teaching philosophy that indicates whichof our subjects you can teachWhat we can offer youWe considerourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated,respected and encouraged. We have an excellent internationalreputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have madea positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionalityreceiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe thatdiversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead toa better environment for our employees and students, so weencourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, andcommunities, particularly from under-represented groups, and valuethe positive impact that will have on the university. We arecommitted to maintaining a safe and secure environment for ourstudents, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitmentcommitment.We are very proud to be an autism friendly universityand are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed tobuilding disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.Freecounselling services through Health AssuredCycle to workschemeElectric vehicle salary sacrifice schemeStaff discount atTeam Bath gymStaff discounts on postgraduate tuition feesStaffdiscount on language coursesGenerous employer contributory pensionschemesGenerous annual leave allowance with an additional 5discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work lifebalanceA wide range of personal and professional developmentopportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning andmoreFree entry to the Holburne Museum in BathLocal discounts andmoreA family-friendly workplace An excellent reward packagethat recognises the talents of our diverse workforceRelocationallowanceVisa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with thecost of some immigration expensesWe are committed to continuallyexpanding our benefits to better support you and enhance yourexperience with us. Find out more about our benefits.Find out fromour staff what makes the University of Bath a great place to work.Follow us @UniofBath and @UniofBathJobs on X for more information.Closing Date: 25 Apr 2025 Department: Education & ResearchSalary: £46,735 to £55,755
