Research Director Centre for Net-Zero Market Design(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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November 23, 2025
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Job Description

About UCL ISR & BSEER

The UCL Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources (BSEER)
is a globally recognised leader in sustainability research and education. Its Institute for Sustainable Resources (ISR)
provides evidence, training, and policy advice to support climate action and sustainable resource management worldwide, addressing urgent challenges in energy transitions and net-zero systems.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Principal Research Fellow to serve as Research Director for the UCL Centre for Net-Zero Market Design, established in July 2024 through philanthropic support. The Centre focuses on designing innovative electricity market structures to accelerate the transition to net-zero carbon systems, both in the UK and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and direct the Centre’s research agenda on electricity market design for net-zero systems.
  • Conduct and oversee research on market approaches to low-carbon investment and system operation.
  • Engage with the Centre’s Funders, Advisory Board, and UK policy stakeholders, including officials involved in energy market reform.
  • Supervise and mentor research staff and early career researchers within the Centre.
  • Contribute to academic teaching, including a Masters module on Electricity Systems and Markets.
  • Support international comparative projects, e.g., EU and China electricity market reform initiatives.
  • Reporting: Work closely with Professor Michael Grubb, Professor of Energy and Climate Change and Director of the Centre.

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

  • PhD (or equivalent experience) in energy policy, electricity market design, energy systems, or related discipline.
  • Proven experience managing research projects and leading multi-disciplinary research teams.
  • Strong publication record in energy policy, market design, or system operation.
  • Experience working with UK and European electricity markets, including commercial contract design or trading.
  • Experience engaging with policymakers, contributing to advisory panels, or responding to calls for evidence.

Desirable Attributes:

  • Knowledge of international electricity markets.
  • Experience working on multi-funded projects with governmental and philanthropic stakeholders.
  • Employment Details
  • Start Date: 01 December 2025
  • Initial Funding: Until 01 August 2027; further funding may be available.
  • Hybrid working model with a combination of on-site and remote work.
  • This role is eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship
    for international applicants.

Benefits

  • 41 days holiday (27 annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
  • Additional 5-day annual leave purchase option
  • Defined Benefit Pension (CARE)
  • Cycle-to-work and travel schemes
  • On-site nursery and gym
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
  • UCL Rewards & Benefits
    including employee support and discounted insurance

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

UCL is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive research community, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups, including:

  • Ethnic minority backgrounds
  • Disabled individuals
  • LGBTQI+ community
  • Women (particularly for senior roles, Grade 9–10)

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