Recruitments for ERI Research positions
At the Environmental Research Institute (ERI) we are now seeking passionate, driven researchers to join our expanding team. If you are excited by interdisciplinary collaboration, cutting-edge technology, and real-world impact, this is your chance to shape the future of offshore renewables. Successful candidates will work with world-leading scientists, develop ground-breaking methodologies, and contribute to vital policy decisions that will drive sustainable energy forward. We are recruiting four multidisciplinary candidates with opportunities for cross-disciplinary partnership, and for candidates to bring and build their own research portfolio, depending on level of experience.
- Research Associate in Active Acoustic Monitoring
- Research Associate in Passive Acoustic Monitoring
- Research Associate in Marine Sensing
- Research Associate in Algorithm Development and Data Science
Read about our offshore wind research projects here.
Please visit Staff - Vacancies for all job descriptions and applications.
Posts are available from 1 July 2025. Appointment is for 3 years with the possibility for extension or development of an independent self-sustaining research portfolio.
Why Join Us?
Join a world-class research team at the forefront of offshore renewable energy and marine ecosystem science. We offer:
- Access to cutting-edge facilities and at-sea monitoring platforms.
- Collaboration with leading scientists, policymakers, and industry stakeholders, including across the wider UHI partnership.
- The opportunity to develop innovative methodologies and shape future energy policy.
If you are passionate about marine science and eager to make a real-world impact, we want to hear from you!
Who are we?
UHI Energy Innovation is focused on delivering local, regional and national benefit to partners across Scotland and internationally. Our researchers and facilities are on the doorstep of Scotland’s most impressive energy resources and recent industry developments, complementing our expertise with a commitment to support the energy sector as it delivers for Scotland and the Highlands and Islands region.
The University has world-class facilities and multi-disciplinary research teams particularly relating to environmental, marine, rural and socio-economic aspects, who are focusing on and providing solutions to ongoing energy challenges.
Strategy and Vision
Our Vision:
'Leading and supporting energy innovation where the resource is'
Our Objectives:
- To promote UHI Energy Research and play a leading role in developing cutting-edge research, innovation, and skills development opportunities.
- Engage with businesses, stakeholders, and public-sector groups to understand their priorities and challenges. Utilise this information to facilitate collaborative problem-solving approaches using UHI innovation and academic expertise.
- Identify opportunities to increase research and development activities with impact that adds value and support.
- Advance the net-zero economy and renewable energy technologies through collaborative research and networking.
Energy Innovation Team
For any enquiries please contact one of the Energy Innovation Team:
Dr Benjamin Williamson - Chair of the Energy KE Forum
Dr Stephanie Strother - Energy KE Coordinator
Telephone: 01847 889589
Email: energy@uhi.ac.uk