Energy, Sustainability and Climate | Faculty Openings

The Institute currently offers four B.Tech. programs, including a B.Tech. in Energy Engineering, as well as an M.Tech. in Energy Transition and Sustainability and a Ph. D. in Energy and Sustainability. Building on the strong foundation of IIT Delhi, IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi seeks to advance innovation, research, and global engagement in emerging domains.

We invite applications in the following areas:

• AI for Energy Applications
• Batteries and Materials
• Electrical Energy Systems and Grid Operations
• Energy Economics and Markets
• Oil and Gas Sector
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Thermal Energy Systems and Thermo-Hydraulics

View more details on the research areas here.

About IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi

IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi, the flagship international campus of IIT Delhi, ranked among the world's top 40 in Engineering & Technology (QS 2026) is building a world-class STEM university focused on research, innovation, and societal impact. Faculty joining now will shape new programs, develop cutting-edge research infrastructure, and benefit from robust institutional support and seed funding. The campus offers unmatched professional growth, career mobility, and access to global industry and research networks.

Why Join IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi?

• Be part of a prestigious and rapidly growing institution with a strong commitment to research and academic excellence.
• Explore and create opportunities to develop collaborations across India, the UAE, the GCC, and global research networks.
• Access to internal seed funding and institutional support for conducting world-class research.
• Opportunity to design and work in state-of-the-art research laboratories.
• Enjoy an attractive, tax-free compensation and benefits package.
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
• Relocation and onboarding assistance, including travel assistance, visa facilitation and temporary accommodation to ensure a smooth transition.

Qualifications and Experience

Ph. D. in relevant inter and/or multi-disciplinary research areas.

Bachelor's degree (B.S., B.Sc., B.Tech. or equivalent) in Engineering or Technology, or Master's degree in Physics, Energy Science and Engineering.

Experience in teaching UG courses (relevant to the background applied) such as on thermodynamics, energy resources and utilization, energy technologies, circuits, control, electrical machines, power systems operation, energy transition, power systems, power electronics, grid integration, energy efficiency, energy-storage, energy modeling, economics and financing of energy systems, is desirable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents:

• Cover Letter: A detailed cover letter expressing the candidate's interest in seeking a suitable position at IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi, her/his career goals, and how her/his expertise and experience are relevant to the position applied for.
• Curriculum Vitae: Must include name, contact details, education qualifications, employment experience, list of publications and patents, awards and recognitions, public service, etc.
• Research Statement (approximately 1,500 words).
• Teaching Statement (approximately 1,000 words).
• Top five publications that best demonstrate your research contributions.
• Names and contact details of three referees, who have agreed to serve as references and may be contacted by IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi.

All applications are to be submitted online through the IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi faculty recruitment portal. For any queries regarding application submission, please contact fac_recruit@iitdabudhabi.ac.ae.

IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We particularly welcome applications from UAE nationals. Members of historically underrepresented groups and women candidates are encouraged to apply.