Join UCD as a Professor in Offshore Power Grids

The School of Electrical and Electronic EngineeringatUniversity College Dublin, in collaboration with theUCD Energy Institute, Dublin, Ireland, is recruiting for aProfessor in Offshore Power Grids.

University College Dublin (UCD) is committed to tackling global energy challenges through world-class research and innovation. As a Professor in Offshore Power Grids, you will be at the forefront of renewable energy research, shaping the future of sustainable energy networks and offshore grid technologies.

Why Join UCD?

• Lead Pioneering Research: Work on cutting-edge projects that address the integration of offshore renewable energy into national and international power grids.
• Shape the Future of Energy: Contribute to policy and industry advancements through impactful research and strong industry collaboration.
• World-Class Environment: Be part of a vibrant research community at the UCD Energy Institute, working alongside experts in power electronics, smart grids, and energy conversion.
• Supportive & Inclusive Culture: UCD is dedicated to fostering an environment of diversity, equality, and inclusion, ensuring every researcher can thrive.

Research at UCD Energy Institute

UCD Energy Institute has been a key driver of energy innovation for over a decade. With flagship programmes like(opens in a new window)NexSys, they collaborate with industry, government, and academia to develop sustainable energy solutions.

Who We Are Looking For

We seek a leader in offshore energy research with a strong publication record, a track record of securing major research grants, and a commitment to high-impact collaboration.

How to Apply:

To apply for this role, candidates must:

• Provide a comprehensive CV highlighting details of experience commensurate with Professor/Full Professor level. The candidate should include the names of 3 referees who will be in a position to provide professional references for the candidate. One of the referees should be the candidate’s current or most recent employer. Referees will not be contacted without the candidate’s expressed permission.
• Attach a separate Cover Letter demonstrating their skills, knowledge and experience relevant to this position.
• Include a Research Statement in their application

Completed applications for this role should be sent by email to:(opens in a new window)UCD@osborne.ie

All documents must be submitted in Word or PDF format. For security reasons, files sent by email as links to documents in shared cloud-based servers will not be accepted.

Further information on the role can be downloaded here in the(opens in a new window)Candidate Information Booklet.

Closing Date:

Please note the latest receipt for applications is 5.30 pm on Monday, May 12th 2025.

Incomplete applications, postal applications or applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.