Research Fellow in Engineering Education(UK visa sponsorship available)
Job Description
About UCL
University College London (UCL) is a world-leading, multi-disciplinary university with over 16,000 staff and 50,000 students from 150 countries. UCL offers a broad range of degree programmes across Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, Engineering, Medical and Life Sciences, and beyond.
Learn more: About UCL
About UCL Engineering
UCL’s Faculty of Engineering Sciences includes ten academic departments engaged in pioneering research and teaching. Our mission is to transform discoveries into practical innovations that help solve global challenges.
Find out more: UCL Engineering
About the Centre for Engineering Education (CEE)
The Centre for Engineering Education (CEE) is a joint initiative between UCL Engineering Sciences and the UCL Institute of Education. It conducts research and develops curricula to advance engineering education worldwide. The Centre is deeply connected to the global engineering education community and supports innovative, evidence-based teaching at UCL and through external collaborations.
The Role
We are seeking a Research Fellow to join the CEE on a fixed-term basis for 12 months. This post offers an exciting opportunity to carry out research at the intersection of engineering, education, and the social sciences.
The role will focus on understanding how engineering students develop the skills needed to tackle open-ended sociotechnical problems—issues that require both technical knowledge and social awareness.
The postholder will:
Lead research into student learning within the Integrated Engineering Programme (IEP) and/or the Engineering Foundation Year (EFY).
Collaborate with academic staff involved in IEP/EFY.
Contribute research insights that may inform and enhance teaching within these programmes.
This is a research-focused position.
About You
Applicants should demonstrate the following:
A completed or near-completed doctorate in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering Education, Education, Social Sciences, STS, Philosophy, Humanities, Engineering).
Strong knowledge of research in the field, including empirical methods and critical scholarship.
Ability to design and deliver original, rigorous contributions to the subject area.
Commitment to advancing equality, diversity, and inclusion in education and research.
Please refer to the full job description and person specification for detailed criteria.
Application Note: All applications must include a supporting statement addressing the essential criteria. Applications without this statement will not be considered. Please do not upload certificates or research documents at this stage.
Visa Information
This role meets the requirements for a Skilled Worker visa or Global Talent visa under UKVI regulations. UCL welcomes international applicants who require sponsorship.
What We Offer
UCL provides a competitive benefits package, including:
41 days of annual leave (27 days leave + 8 bank holidays + 6 closure days)
Option to purchase 5 additional annual leave days
Career-average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loan
Relocation support (for eligible posts)
Immigration loan
On-site nursery and gym
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Discounts on medical insurance
More details: UCL Rewards and Benefits
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At UCL, diversity drives innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity and to creating an inclusive environment where all staff feel they belong.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates underrepresented in our workforce, including people from Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled candidates; LGBTQI+ candidates; and, for senior roles, women.
