Salary £39,906.00 At University of Hull, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in University of Hull workplace. These include people from global majority backgrounds; people who have a declared disability; LGBTQI people; and women particularly for our Grade 9 and 10 roles. Known for its academic excellence and state of the art facilities, the University of Hull are looking for individuals to play their part in tackling the big issues facing humanity. We are research leaders in clean energy, flood resilience, cancer and wound care and the fight against modern slavery. We change the world for the better. With a Commitment to Excellence in Teaching and Student Success, we pride ourselves on our dedication to meeting the diverse needs and aspirations of our students. We have been recognized with a TEF Gold award and consistently high National Student Survey results, underscoring our commitment to delivering top-tier education. As staff, we play a pivotal roles in the evolution of our university ensuring we are key players in the academic world. The school of Engineering and Technology is seeking to appoint a Lecturer (Band 7/8 depending on the experience) in Medical Engineering with a focus on Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of soft tissues and biomaterials. This appointment aims to strengthen expertise in core medical engineering disciplines and expand our research and teaching capacity in the area biomechanics and FEA modelling. With increasing global demand for new healthcare technologies, the department is committed to delivering high-quality education and impactful research in medical engineering. The post holder will work within the subject group of Medical Engineering contributing to teaching in the relevant discipline, and is expected to have knowledge, understanding and experience of delivering specialist and general course material to undergraduate and postgraduate students, from first principles, through to Masters level. We are particularly interested in candidates to play a key role in enhancing the delivery of modules related to medical imaging, FEA modelling and biomechanics, and supporting curriculum development in alignment with industry needs. Candidates are expected to demonstrate strong academic credentials and the ability to contribute to both taught and research-led activities within the department. Specific Duties and Responsibilities of the Post The postholder is required to have expertise in Medical Engineering, with specialist knowledge in the following areas: Anatomy and physiology of human body Biomechanics FEA modelling of biomaterials and soft tissue Medical imaging and processing Desirable: Background in Mechanical/Medical Engineering or project-based applications. Engagement with industry partners and external funding bodies. Key responsibilities include: Delivering high-quality teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in core and specialist medical engineering modules. Supporting the continued development and innovation of medical engineering curricula. Supervising final year projects and MSc dissertations. Contributing to the department’s research profile through publications, grant capture, and collaborative work. Participating in academic administration and student support activities. Engaging with external stakeholders including industry partners and professional institutions (e.g., IMechE and IPEM). Person Specification Essential: A PhD in Medical Engineering or a closely related field Demonstrable expertise and experience in FEA modelling, biomechanics, soft tissue characterisation and Medical Imaging. Evidence of successful teaching or demonstrator experience in relevant subjects. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to excellence in teaching, learning, and student engagement. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Desirable: Prior involvement in medical engineering or project-based applications. Record of research publication and/or grant applications. Experience in supervising undergraduate or postgraduate students. Familiarity with computational modelling tools such as Abaqus etc Familiarity with computer aided design tools such as SolidWorks. Familiarity with simulation and signal processing tools such as MATLAB, LabView etc Main Work Activities Teaching and Learning Teach in a variety of settings from small group tutorials to large lectures. Identify learning needs of students and define appropriate learning objectives. Ensure that content, methods of delivery and learning materials meet defined learning objectives. Develop own teaching materials, methods and approaches with guidance. Translate knowledge of advances in the subject area into the course of study. Select appropriate assessment instruments and criteria, assess student work, and provide constructive feedback. Supervise the work of students and provide advice on study skills and learning problems. Relationships and Team Working Build internal contacts and participate in internal networks for exchange of information and future collaboration. Collaborate with academic colleagues on course development, curriculum changes, and research activity. Attend and contribute to subject group meetings. Contribute to collaborative decision-making with colleagues on academic content and assessment of students’ work. Share responsibility in deciding how to deliver modules and assess students. Additionally the post holder will be required to: Fulfil the employee duties described in the University’s health and safety policies and cooperate with the health and safety arrangements in place within the department. Show a commitment to diversity, equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices, including undertaking mandatory equality and diversity training. Comply with University regulations, policies and procedures. Where a candidate cannot demonstrate sufficient teaching experience, they may be expected to undertake a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PCAP) if not already qualified. Please note that this is a full time (36.5 hours) continuing position. The salary range for this role is £39,906-£56,535 depending on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Please find the full job description here. Please note that the positions closes at 00:01am on Tuesday 7 April. To ensure your application is considered, please ensure that you submit your application in enough time. If you'd like to discuss the role informally, please email Professor Professor Yong Sheng e: Y.Sheng@hull.ac.uk If you would like to be part of our future or have any queries, then please get in touch today - Talent@Hull.ac.uk