We are recruiting at Lecturer / Senior Lecturer level in Engineering, where you will shape the delivery of high‑quality, applied engineering education across undergraduate, postgraduate and off‑campus programmes. You will provide academic and programme leadership, championing innovative, practice‑based learning that connects theory with real‑world engineering challenges.
Working closely with industry partners, colleagues and students, you will strengthen curriculum relevance, embed enterprise and multidisciplinary project work, and support excellent student outcomes. Alongside teaching and leadership, you will contribute to applied research and knowledge‑exchange through funded projects, consultancy and professional engagement, helping to enhance employability, innovation and the Faculty’s impact regionally, nationally and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high‑quality teaching and assessment across undergraduate, postgraduate and off‑campus engineering programmes, ensuring excellent student experience and outcomes.
* Lead the integration of applied and experiential learning, including live industry briefs, real‑world design challenges and authentic assessment approaches.
* Develop and maintain strong partnerships with regional and national engineering employers to enhance curriculum relevance, student projects and employability.
* Champion innovative, practice‑based pedagogy by embedding industry‑standard tools, technologies and professional practices across engineering disciplines.
* Drive enterprise, innovation and entrepreneurship within engineering programmes, supporting multidisciplinary and start‑up focused student activity.
* Lead the design and delivery of multidisciplinary engineering projects across mechanical, electronic, automotive and manufacturing areas.
* Contribute to the School’s research and knowledge‑exchange strategy by securing funding, delivering projects and acting as a Faculty ambassador for applied innovation.
Is this you?
You bring significant teaching experience in your discipline or strong, relevant industry practice, alongside experience of conducting research within the field. You are knowledgeable about contemporary learning and teaching approaches, aware of current disciplinary trends, and committed to supporting students in both their academic studies and personal development.
Ideally, you will also have experience within higher education teaching, recruitment activity and people management, bringing a well‑rounded contribution to teaching, leadership and student success. You hold a postgraduate or Master’s degree in a relevant subject area, with a PhD/Doctorate and a higher‑education teaching qualification or professional recognition (such as PG Cert or HEA Fellowship) being desirable.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave: Benefit from a generous holiday package totalling 49 days, combining 36 days of annual leave, 5 festive closure days, and 8 Bank Holidays.
* Award‑winning staff networks: Connect, share, and grow in an inclusive community.
* Lifestyle benefits: Discounts on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.
* Health and well‑being: Access to private medical insurance, health plans, and fitness discounts.
* Professional development: Opportunities to learn, progress, and achieve your goals.
Interview Details
Will take place on 12/13th May.
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