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Junior Lecturer in Energy Sciences, Sustainable Development and Global Sustainability Science Utrecht University in Netherlands
Degree Level
not provided
Field of study
Education
Funding
This is a paid academic staff position at 1.0 FTE for 4 years. The gross monthly salary is €3,546 for full-time employment (scale 10.0 under the Dutch universities collective agreement), plus 8% holiday pay, 8.3% year-end bonus, pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible employment terms.
Deadline
Expired
Country
Netherlands
University
Utrecht University
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About this position
Utrecht University is hiring a Junior Lecturer in Energy Sciences at the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development, within the Energy and Resources group.
This is a teaching-focused academic position supporting the Master programme Energy Science, the Master programme Sustainable Development, and the Bachelor programme Global Sustainability Science. The role includes teaching and organizing courses such as energy analysis, energy conversion technologies, energy systems modelling, energy system integration, life cycle assessment, applied thermodynamics, consultancy projects, and perspectives on sustainable development.
The post is especially relevant for candidates interested in energy transition, climate change mitigation, sustainable development, and interdisciplinary sustainability education. A small part of the time may be devoted to research-related activities, including scientific writing, participation in senior staff research, educational innovation, or stakeholder engagement. Writing a PhD thesis is not part of the function.
Eligibility: applicants should hold a PhD or MSc in a relevant field such as Energy Science or Sustainable Development, or expect to obtain the degree soon. Teaching experience in related programmes is preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, teamwork, fluency in English, and Dutch as an asset are highlighted.
Funding and terms: this is a paid 4-year position at 1.0 FTE with a gross monthly salary of €3,546 (scale 10.0), plus holiday pay, year-end bonus, pension, and other employment benefits.
Deadline: 28 June 2026. Interviews are planned for 8 and 9 July 2026. Apply through the Utrecht University application portal and upload a motivation letter, CV, and grade lists for Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.
Funding details
This is a paid academic staff position at 1.0 FTE for 4 years. The gross monthly salary is €3,546 for full-time employment (scale 10.0 under the Dutch universities collective agreement), plus 8% holiday pay, 8.3% year-end bonus, pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible employment terms.
What's required
Applicants should hold a PhD or MSc in a relevant field such as Energy Science or Sustainable Development, or expect to obtain the degree soon. Preference is given to candidates with teaching experience in related MSc/BSc programmes, strong interest in scientific research aligned with the programme, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, teamwork ability, fluency in English, and Dutch fluency as a strong asset.
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Professors
Full Professor Sustainable Land Use at Utrecht University
Netherlands
Research Interests
Environmental Economics
Environmental Sustainability
Biofuel
Biogas Technology
Biomass Valorization
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