Research Fellow in Energy Transition

University of Aberdeen ↗
Aberdeen, Scotland, Scotland £36k – £36k / yr Full Time 🇬🇧 United Kingdom Posted: 2026-06-30
Full Job Description

Research Fellow in Energy Transition

SAFARI is a long running project at the University of Aberdeen which focuses on the delivery of analogue data for improved understanding of subsurface reservoirs. The key deliverable is a database of 650 virtual outcrops collected from key locations around the World. These are augmented with additional data to improve their applicability in helping to understand the subsurface.

School/Section
Geosciences
Division
Geology & Geophysics
Staff Category
Research
Position Type
Full Time
Duration of Post
Funding/Activity Limited
Grade
Grade 6
Salary From
£36,333
Location
Aberdeen
Closing Date
16/06/2023
Ref No
GEO446R
Documents
  • Further Particulars.pdf
    (PDF, 587.14kb)

The project has been running since 2008 and is entering its fifth phase which will run for 4 years. One of the key focuses on SAFARI Phase 5 is to explore the application of the database in the Energy Transition, especially with respect to subsurface stores for CO2 and H2. There is also potential for work on geothermal energy from shallow aquifers and fractured basement. The successful candidate will have two principal roles.

  • To explore and leverage the application of the existing SAFARI database within the Energy Transition sphere.
  • To assist in the growth and expansion of the database for all subsurface application.

Salary will be at Grade 6, Point 30, £36,333.

Informal enquiries should be made to Prof. John Howell, Chair in Geosciences, e-mail: John.howell@abdn.ac.uk

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Redmayne, HR Adviser (e-mail: lucy.redmayne@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Job Reference Number: GEO446R

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 16 June 2023

The School of Geosciences embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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Company University of Aberdeen
Location Aberdeen, Scotland, Scotland
Salary £36k – £36k / yr
Job Type Full Time
Posted 2026-06-30
Deadline 2026-08-31
Country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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