Associate Lecturer / Lecturer Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering

University of Bolton; Bolton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK higher education institution is seeking an enthusiastic Associate Lecturer / Lecturer in Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering. The role involves delivering high-quality teaching and assessment for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, developing curriculum, supervising students, and engaging in research and professional practice. Candidates should possess an honours degree and a PhD or professional doctorate, demonstrating strong teaching, assessment, and subject knowledge across relevant disciplines. This role offers a significant opportunity to contribute to the school's growth and mission.

Qualifications

• Proven academic or professional background in biomedical or mechanical engineering.
• Ability to engage in curriculum development and student supervision.
• Demonstrated subject knowledge in biomechanics, biomaterials, etc.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and assessment across programmes.
• Develop engaging teaching materials and assessments.
• Supervise students and undertake research that informs teaching.

Skills

Effective teaching skills

Communication skills

Curriculum development

Student support

Research skills

Education

Honours degree in relevant discipline

PhD or Professional Doctorate (or near completion)

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Associate Lecturer / Lecturer in Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering to join our growing School of Engineering and Built Environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality teaching, research, and professional practice across our biomedical and mechanical engineering portfolio.

You will play a key role in the delivery and development of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, contributing to curriculum innovation, assessment, student support, and research, enterprise, or professional practice activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and assessment across biomedical and mechanical engineering programmes
• Develop engaging teaching materials, assessments, and practical learning activities
• Contribute to curriculum design, module review, and programme enhancement
• Supervise undergraduate, postgraduate, and, where appropriate, research students
• Undertake research, scholarly activity, and / or professional practice that informs teaching and enhances the University's reputation
• Prepare funding proposals and engage with external bodies, industry, and professional organisations
• Participate in student recruitment activities, including open days and partnership development
• Support student welfare and contribute to quality assurance processes
• Engage in continuous professional development and uphold University policies, including equality, diversity, health and safety, and data protection

You will have a proven academic or professional background in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related discipline, with the ability to contribute to teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and engage in curriculum development and student supervision. You will demonstrate subject knowledge in areas such as biomechanics, biomaterials, biomedical instrumentation, imaging, signal processing, finite element methods, additive manufacturing, sustainability, or related engineering topics.

You will hold an honours degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrate effective teaching, assessment, and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You will show a commitment to high-quality teaching, student support, quality assurance, and continuous professional development, including working towards relevant teaching and professional accreditation.

A PhD or Professional Doctorate (or near completion), or equivalent professional experience, is expected. Applicants without a PhD may be required to complete one within an agreed timeframe.

Successful applicants will be required to prove their right to work in the UK prior to the commencement of their employment.

Whilst the University of Greater Manchester is a licensed sponsor, under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) not all roles are eligible for visa sponsorship.

This position may not meet the criteria for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Eligibility will be assessed in line with the Home Office requirements at the time of making the offer.

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