Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Chemical Engineering - AACME

The post is full-time and 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 welcome applications from candidates with expertise in any area of research, particularly in the following fields:

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.

About the University

Universities are one of this country’s greatest assets. We’re educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.

At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.

About the Department

The Chemical Engineering Department at Loughborough is recognised for high-quality teaching, impactful research, and strong industry engagement across areas including sustainable manufacturing, energy, advanced materials, and process engineering. As part of one of the UK’s leading universities, it offers a collaborative and inclusive environment with excellent facilities, interdisciplinary research opportunities, and a strong commitment to innovation, student experience, and real-world impact.

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

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification, click the 'Apply' button above.

Application Process

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional adjustments, you’d like to request please contact (Pav Makvana at P.Makvana@lboro.ac.uk). We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

Closing Date: 02/08/2026

Interview Date: to be confirmed