Overview
Post Doctoral Research Associate for Residential Air-conditioning Demand Futures (RADFutures) project at University of Reading.
The RADFutures project, funded by the Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) and supported by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), aims to understand the socio-technical characteristics of UK households that have installed air conditioning (AC) and the pathways driving AC adoption. The appointee will contribute to the first socio-technical study of AC in UK homes to inform current and future domestic cooling demand.
Responsibilities
* Undertake quantitative and qualitative research and participate in project reporting and dissemination activities.
You will Have
* Near or completed PhD or equivalent research experience
* Quantitative and qualitative research skills
* Knowledge of energy use in buildings
Details
Part time, Fixed Term (6 months)
Closing date: 23:59 on 5 October 2025
Interview date: 13 October 2025
Contact details
Contact Name: Dr Rory Jones
Contact Title: Associate Professor
Contact Email: r.v.jones@reading.ac.uk
Alternative Contact Name: Dr Alba Fuertes
Alternative Contact Title: Associate Professor
Alternative Contact Email: a.fuertes@reading.ac.uk
The University is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and supports equality initiatives. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
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