"Postdoctoral Researcher in Renewable Energy Microgrids"

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and innovative Postdoctoral Researcher to lead cutting-edge research into microgrid systems, clean energy integration and sustainable electricity solutions. You will play a pivotal role in developing and scaling the London Renewable Energy Demonstrator Lab (LREL), a flagship initiative combining solar, wind, battery storage and next-generation digital and modelling tools.

This exciting role would suit a researcher who thrives at the intersection of engineering, data science and industry collaboration, and is driven by the opportunity to create real-world solutions to complex energy challenges.

You will lead modelling, optimisation and feasibility studies, engage with collaborators and stakeholders, advance system design, and translate emerging technologies into pilot-scale applications.

What You’ll Do

• Design, model and optimise microgrid systems using energy analytics and advanced simulation tools
• Collaborate with industry partners to advance technology readiness and real-world applicability
• Support retrofit strategies, integrating renewable technologies with existing energy infrastructure
• Engage with policymakers, industrial partners and stakeholders to align project goals and secure off-take and PPA-related insights
• Pilot and test emerging clean energy solutions using the LREL microgrid as a real system testbed
• Mentor students and junior researchers on microgrid-related research projects
• Produce high quality journal articles and present findings at international conferences
• Support competitive funding applications, proposal development and research bid activity
• Translate research outcomes into implementation pathways, pilot studies and feasibility assessments

What You’ll Need to Thrive

You will be successful in this role if you bring:

• A PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Science or a related discipline
• Proven experience with renewable energy technologies and microgrid integration
• Ability to work across engineering, data and sustainability domains
• Strong publication record and experience disseminating high quality research
• Experience working on applied or industry-facing research projects
• Familiarity with technology readiness approaches and stakeholder engagement
• Understanding of retrofitting, energy storage integration, PPAs and off-take agreements
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• A proactive, problem-solving attitude and openness to innovation

You will thrive here if you enjoy:

• Turning research into tangible solutions
• Working with industry and external partners
• Mentoring emerging researchers
• Pushing the boundaries of sustainable energy innovation
• Managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced research environment

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits.

You can explore our full benefits package here: UEL Benefits

Further Details

Job Description & Person Specification

To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk

CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.