Associate Professor of Engineering Science (Information Engineering)

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Oxford seeks an Associate Professor of Engineering Science specializing in Information Engineering. The role involves conducting research, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and collaborating on academic service. The combined salary range is £55,766 to £74,867, with additional benefits. Applicants should have a doctorate and a proven track record in research and teaching. Closing date for applications is 27 October 2025.

Benefits

Housing allowance of £12,642 p.a.

Potential for five-year reappointment

Qualifications

• A doctorate in information engineering or cognate discipline is mandatory.
• Must demonstrate a proven research track record with peer-reviewed publications.
• Relevant teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate levels is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research in Information Engineering across various disciplines.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department of Engineering Science.
• Collaborate with colleagues for academic service and governance.

Skills

Research track record

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

Doctorate in information engineering or related discipline

Job description

Overview

The Department of Engineering Science intends to appoint an Associate Professor of Engineering Science (Information Engineering) from 1 August 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will work in the Department of Engineering Science (Central Oxford, OX1 3EJ) and will be offered a Tutorial Fellowship at Somerville College. The combined University and College salary will be on a scale currently from £55,766 to £74,867 per annum plus additional benefits, including a housing allowance of £12,642 p.a. The appointment will be initially for five years, with potential reappointment for a further term after a successful review.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research in Information Engineering and its applications, across a diverse set of disciplines under the Information Engineering umbrella (e.g., physics-informed machine learning and AI, computer vision, graphics, optimisation, networks, and robotics).
• Strengthen the department's research portfolio in Information Engineering and obtain external funding to enable development of a new and independent research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department of Engineering Science, including lectures, taught classes, practical laboratories, and supervision of undergraduate design and project work; provide tutorial teaching and pastoral care of students in Somerville College, where the appointee will also be a trustee and participate in college governance.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the university and college, and contribute to teaching and academic service as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• A doctorate in information engineering or a cognate discipline.
• A proven research track record evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and collaborations.
• Relevant teaching experience and the ability to teach effectively at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for undertaking tutorial teaching and broader academic duties.

Application Details

• To apply, follow the job description instructions or click 'apply'. Job reference: DF25SOM/181336. Please quote this in all correspondence.
• Closing date: 12:00 noon on Monday 27 October. Interviews are expected to take place in January.
• For those invited to interview, accommodation may be provided; travel and reasonable additional caring costs may be covered within policy limits.
• For queries not answered in the job description, contact [e-mail] or [phone].

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Applications are particularly welcome from women and Black and Minority Ethnic candidates who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford. The Department and University hold several diversity and equality awards and policies, and strive to create an inclusive culture. See the department’s EDI information and policies for details.

Contact

Professor Clive Siviour MA MPhys PhD FIMMM

Vacancy ID: 181336

Closing Date & Time: 27-Oct-2025 12:00

Contact Email: [e-mail]