Ref Number
B04-07502
Professional Expertise
Academic
Department
UCL BEAMS (B04)
Location
London
Working Pattern
Full time
Salary
£77,000+
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Type
Hybrid
Available for Secondment
No
Closing Date
02-Sep-2026
UCL is a diverse global community of world-class academics, students, industry links, external partners, and alumni. Our powerful collective of individuals and institutions work together to explore new possibilities. Academic excellence is demonstrated by our 30 Nobel laureates and our top ranking in the UK for research strength. We are a global university with 14,300 employees and over 150 nationalities represented in a student body of 43,800 students. Our main location in Central London has recently been augmented by a campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
The UCL Faculty of Engineering is the largest of its kind in the UK, ranked as the second most impactful engineering faculty in Europe and first for Research Strength in the Research Excellence Framework.
The Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering (CEGE) at UCL is one of the world’s leading centres for research and education in civil, environmental and geomatic engineering for sustainable and resilient societies. Bringing together expertise across civil engineering, environmental systems, structures, geotechnics, geomatics, infrastructure, construction and digital engineering, the Department addresses global challenges associated with climate change, natural and man-made hazards, urbanisation, infrastructure systems, resource constraints and societal resilience.
CEGE is home to world-class Environmental Engineering research. Our interdisciplinary research develops sustainable, science-based solutions to pressing environmental and development challenges. By integrating engineering, environmental science, policy, data analytics, and international development, we create practical, scalable approaches that support resilient communities and sustainable infrastructure worldwide.
We are seeking an accomplished and internationally recognised academic leader in sustainability and environmental engineering with extensive experience in research, teaching, and knowledge transfer. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing sustainable engineering solutions through innovative research, high-quality education, and impactful collaboration with industry, government, and the wider community.
As a Professor of Sustainability and Environmental Engineering, you will:
- Lead and develop internationally recognised research in an area of sustainability and environmental engineering that synergises with existing departmental and UCL activities and with potential for growth and international influence
- Initiate and lead major interdisciplinary programmes addressing global sustainability challenges and identify and develop emerging research opportunities that enhance CEGE’s international position
- Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Civil and Environmental Engineering.
- Develop strategic partnerships with leading universities, industry, government and international organisations
- Make a significant and sustained contribution to the strategic direction and long-term development of CEGE, the Faculty and UCL
The earliest start date for the role will be October 2026.
Salary on appointment is subject to experience. For more information on the Professorial Banding structure, please click here.
We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 40% on site, using an activity-led approach rather than a strict % baseline.
This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Academic Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/policies/2021/jun/conditions-service-academic-staff for more information.
As a Professor of Sustainability and Environmental Engineering, you will hold a PhD in a relevant subject area and be internationally recognised for your expertise and significant contributions to sustainability and environmental engineering. You will demonstrate an outstanding research profile, evidenced by a strong portfolio of high-quality publications, successful research projects, and a sustained record of scholarly achievement with international impact. You will have a proven track record of securing significant external research funding from sources such as government bodies, industry partners, and research councils. Evidence of academic leadership through contributions to programme development, curriculum innovation, and departmental or institutional management is essential. In addition, you will bring substantial experience in leading strategic engagement initiatives that have generated meaningful research impact and influence across industry, government, non-governmental organisations, and international research communities. You will possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder-engagement skills, with a demonstrated ability to build consensus, influence decision-making, and develop productive partnerships internally and externally.
A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
To apply for the vacancy please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact Professor Aiduan Borrion, [email protected] .
If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact the HR team at [email protected] .
The UCL Ways of Working supports colleagues to be successful and happy at UCL through sharing expectations around how we work – please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/policies-advice/ways-working/grade-10 to find out more.
In the event we get a high number of applications, we may close the advert early before the published closing date. As a minimum we will keep all adverts open for 2 weeks.
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
- 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
- Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
- Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
- Immigration loan
- Relocation scheme for certain posts
- On-Site nursery
- On-site gym
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
- Discounted medical insurance
Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/pay-benefits/staff-benefits to find out more.
As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce.
These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.
Our department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality.
You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here
