Research Associate – Green Transition and Community Engagement
Department/School: Belfast School of Architecture and the Built Environment
Campus: Belfast
Salary: £33,020 - £41,086 per annum
Duration: Fixed-Term until 30th November 2028 / Full-time
Closing Date: 5th May 2026 at 23:30
Reference Number: 041866
Overview
We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation, and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social, and cultural development of Northern Ireland.
Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation, and technology and knowledge transfer.
The Role
The postholder will assist the Project team at Ulster University and liaise with the wider consortium as part of the Smart Village Network Project (SVNP). The SVNP is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
The Project aims to develop and implement Green Transition Action Plans for 12 rural community centre “Digital Hubs” in Derry‑Strabane and Donegal. The work will explore the potential for implementing sustainable energy improvements, with key tasks including evaluating existing energy usage, establishing action plans for energy efficiency and renewable energy implementation measures, and developing training materials and facilities management frameworks to upskill stakeholders and embed successful legacy benefits.
Responsibilities
* Assist the Project team at Ulster University.
* Liaise with the wider consortium as part of the SVNP.
* Evaluate existing energy usage.
* Establish action plans for energy efficiency and renewable energy implementation measures.
* Develop training materials and facilities management frameworks.
* Upskill stakeholders and embed successful legacy benefits.
About You
* Degree in Energy or an equivalent Engineering or Applied Science-related discipline.
* Experience and/or knowledge and understanding of energy efficiency, renewable energy implementation and/or energy audit in domestic, commercial, or industrial sectors.
* Experience in the use of relevant instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
Equal Opportunities
The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.
Athena Swan Statement
The Belfast School of Architecture and the Built Environment holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality in higher education. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family‑friendly working environment, including flexible working.
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