Research Fellow in the Governance of Energy Demand Reduction – University of Sussex

The Energy Demand Research Centre (EDRC) at the University of Sussex is seeking to appoint a highly talented and motivated researcher to join the Centre’s “Governance” theme, and the “Framework, paradigms and practices for low energy futures” project. 

This interdisciplinary Post-Doctoral position will focus on approaches and frameworks for governing energy transitions across two streams of work: 1) frameworks for assessing co-benefits and wellbeing impacts of energy demand reduction measures in UK net zero pathways and; 2) green growth and post-growth framing for governing energy demand reduction. 

Through a mixed methods approach involving literature reviews, interviews, workshops and deliberative user engagement with energy policy stakeholders and citizens, the research aims to understand how assessment of social, economic and environmental co-benefits of energy demand reduction measures can be better incorporated into UK energy policy making, and how the economic framing influences decision-making and policy priorities. These insights will be of core relevance to the EDRC consortium and in developing public policy to stimulate energy demand reduction, as part of a net zero pathway. 

Please contact Prof Tim Foxon (t.j.foxon@sussex.ac.uk) for informal enquiries. 

The University is committed to equality and valuing diversity, and applications are particularly welcomed from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts.

Please note that this position may be subject to ATAS clearance if you require visa sponsorship.

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. 

Please note: The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed from the UK. 

If you are experiencing any issues using our application portal or if you require adjustments to be made to the selection process, please contact us on (01273) 877769 or recruitmentadministration@sussex.ac.uk to discuss your requirements.