Associate Professor- Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering (Energy)

Khalifa University is seeking an accomplished academic for a faculty appointment in Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering, with a research focus on renewable and sustainable energy or energy conversion. The role is intended for a scholar who can build an internationally competitive research programme and contribute to the university’s sustainability and net-zero priorities. Candidates with cross-disciplinary experience in dynamics and control as applied to energy systems are particularly encouraged. The appointment includes teaching, student supervision, research funding, and academic service.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and sustain an independent research programme in renewable energy, sustainable energy, or energy conversion.
• Produce high-impact publications and research outputs, including patents where appropriate.
• Attract external research funding and contribute to departmental and university research priorities.
• Supervise graduate students and guide their research development.
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses and develop content in emerging energy topics.
• Mentor students and contribute to curriculum development and academic quality activities.
• Collaborate with industry, government, and academic partners on energy research.
• Contribute to professional service, accreditation, outreach, and university activities.

Requirements and Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited, reputable university.
• Strong record of high-impact publications in internationally recognised journals.
• Potential to secure research funding at Assistant Professor level or an established funding record at Associate Professor level.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and student mentorship.

Skills and Competencies

Preferred expertise includes solar, wind, hybrid energy systems, fuel cells, batteries, thermal management, sustainable power generation, and energy storage. Research integrating dynamics, control, or optimisation into renewable grids, microgrids, energy devices, or AI-enabled infrastructure is especially relevant.

Employment Details

This is a full-time Abu Dhabi faculty position. The role description notes state-of-the-art research facilities, competitive start-up support, health insurance, educational subsidies for dependants, and a tax-free salary package.