Work with the Irving Institute

The Director of External Relations is a senior leader at the Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society at Dartmouth. Reporting to the Faculty Director, the Director leads efforts to build and sustain relationships with industry, government, foundations, and other external partners that advance the Institute's research, educational mission, and broader societal impact. The role focuses on developing strategic partnerships that support faculty research, expanding experiential and career opportunities for students, strengthening pathways for entrepreneurship and research translation, and increasing Dartmouth's visibility and engagement in the energy and society landscape.

As a member of the Irving leadership team, the Director both leads a team and works closely with Institute colleagues to ensure external partnerships align with the Institute's priorities and Dartmouth's broader academic mission. The Director helps shape and execute initiatives that connect external partners with faculty and students through research collaborations, convenings, and other forms of engagement that advance the Institute's work and long-term strategic goals.

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Posting date: May 5, 2026

The Institute invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Research Fellowship that will focus on research aligned with the Institute's mission to accelerate an affordable, reliable, and equitable clean energy transition for the benefit of society.

The Postdoctoral Scholar will collaborate with Irving Institute affiliated faculty and report to Geoffrey Parker, Faculty Director of the Irving Institute and Charles E. Hutchinson '68A Professor of Engineering. The research fellow will be hosted at the Irving Institute and have access to Dartmouth's faculty, resources, and networks, allowing them to pursue novel research questions and contribute to the broader academic discourse on climate and energy.

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Posting date: April 6, 2026