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Lecturer in Chemical Engineering

Loughborough University - School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering

Location: Loughborough University, Loughborough
Salary: £46,735 to £55,755 Research Teaching and Enterprise grade 7. Subject to annual pay award
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 4th September 2025
Closes: 5th October 2025
Job Ref: REQ250775
 

Full time, open ended

Join us and be part of a vibrant, research-active community at Loughborough University. 

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:

We are presenting an opportunity to join the department of Chemical Engineering, within the School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering as a Lecturer. For more information about the department please visit Chemical Engineering | Loughborough University

The successful candidate will join a dynamic academic team within the department and collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering fields. They will be expected to establish or enhance a strong international research profile, engage with industry partners, and secure research funding.

In addition to contributing to the advancement of research, the successful candidate will be expected to deliver high-quality, research-informed teaching across both undergraduate and postgraduate Chemical Engineering programmes, particularly in core chemical engineering modules, and to supervise research students.

We are seeking applicants with research expertise in or across the following areas:

Circular Economy

We welcome researchers developing innovative technologies and systems that advance sustainability and reduce environmental impact across industrial sectors. Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

  • Resource recovery and reuse
  • Waste valorisation and upcycling
  • Sustainable material cycles and closed-loop systems

We are particularly interested in work that supports the transition to a circular economy through interdisciplinary approaches and scalable solutions.

Sustainable Energy

We seek researchers contributing to the global energy transition through pioneering work in clean and renewable energy technologies. Areas of interest include:

  • Hydrogen production, storage, and utilisation
  • Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS)
  • Electrochemical systems

Research that supports Net Zero goals and integrates with broader energy systems is especially encouraged.

Advanced Manufacturing

We are looking for researchers who are shaping the future of manufacturing through sustainable, efficient, and intelligent solutions. Focus areas include:

  • Green and sustainable production of chemicals, fuels, and pharmaceuticals
  • Process intensification and digital manufacturing
  • Integration of AI, automation, and smart technologies in chemical processes

We value approaches that enhance productivity, reduce environmental impact, and enable next-generation manufacturing.

For informal enquiries, please contact the Head of Department via email at H.C.H.Bandulasena@lboro.ac.uk

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification

Please complete your application via the ‘Apply’ button above.

Closing Date: 05 October 2025

Our Benefits*

  • Generous annual leave allowance up to* 44 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days)
  • Competitive pension schemes
  • A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits including childcare vouchers; on-site university nursery (with salary sacrifice scheme); and holiday play schemes.
  • We offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies.
  • BUPA Cash Plan (100 scheme)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Season ticket loan scheme
  • On campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles
  • Fantastic range of sports facilities and preferential membership packages available

Loughborough University is committed to achieving equality and valuing diversity in all aspects of employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. 

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