Lecturer in Business(UK Visa Sponsorship Available)

Job Description

About UCL & BSEER

The Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources (BSEER) at UCL is a globally recognized institution driving research and teaching on sustainability transformations. Within BSEER, the UCL Institute for Sustainable Resources (ISR) provides evidence-based insights and expert guidance on the sustainable management of global resources, supporting societies and businesses to transition toward low-carbon and environmentally responsible practices.

ISR fosters interdisciplinary collaboration across business, policy, and civil society, ensuring research translates into practical, real-world impact. For more information, visit UCL ISR
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Role Overview

UCL ISR is seeking a Lecturer in Business, Sustainability and Society to enhance research and teaching on sustainable business practices and the role of consumers and citizens in driving environmental change.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to ISR’s research agenda, focusing on business sustainability and sustainable consumption.
• Join the leadership team for the MSc Business and Sustainability (BaS) programme.
• Deliver and lead at least one taught module, while supporting other modules as needed.
• Translate research into practical insights on sustainable consumer behaviour for postgraduate students.
• Engage with interdisciplinary teams, businesses, policymakers, and civil society stakeholders.
• Contribute to publications, policy briefings, and knowledge transfer initiatives.

The role offers opportunities to influence both academic research and practical applications in sustainability, supporting ISR’s mission to drive transformation across business, society, and the environment.

Candidate Profile

• PhD or equivalent experience in business sustainability, environmental management, or related fields.
• Demonstrable research excellence with publications in high-quality journals.
• Experience managing and delivering postgraduate modules.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines, cultures, and sectors.
• Strong engagement skills with stakeholders including businesses, policymakers, and civil society organisations.

Benefits & Rewards

• 41 days holiday (27 annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
• Option to purchase an additional 5 leave days
• Defined-benefit CARE pension scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme and season-ticket loan
• Relocation and immigration loan (where applicable)
• On-site nursery and gym facilities
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee Assistance Programme & discounted medical insurance

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

UCL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, recognizing that diversity fuels creativity and innovation. We encourage applications from groups underrepresented in higher education, including:

• Ethnic minorities
• Disabled candidates
• LGBTQI+ individuals
• Women in senior academic roles (Grades 9 & 10)