Assistant or Associate Professor in Sustainable Materials and Manufacturing (37388-0526)

University of Warwick – WMG

WMG is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor to join our Sustainable Materials and Manufacturing Group.

This is an opportunity to develop your academic career within one of WMG’s highly interdisciplinary research groups, contributing to research, teaching and industrial engagement in sustainable materials, manufacturing and systems-level sustainability.

In this role, you will develop research in strategic systems modelling for sustainability transitions. You will use approaches such as systems modelling, game theory, life cycle assessment, operations research and decision science to understand the complex socio-economic and environmental factors that influence sustainable decision-making.

You will work with academic, industrial and policy partners to translate complex challenges into robust research programmes and practical decision-support tools.

You will also contribute to teaching and learning across WMG programmes, supervise students, support curriculum development, pursue external research funding and contribute to the wider academic life of the department.

About You

You will have a PhD, or equivalent professional experience, in a relevant area such as systems engineering, operations research, sustainability science, environmental systems or another closely related discipline with a strong focus on quantitative modelling and decision-oriented analysis.

You will bring expertise in strategic systems modelling for sustainability transitions, with experience applying methods such as game theory, operations research, decision science or related analytical approaches.

You will have a strong publication record, knowledge of your specialist field at national level, and the ability to develop research ideas into externally funded projects.

You will also have experience of teaching, supervision and/or lecturing at university level.

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Thursday 18 June 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Start Date: To be confirmed