Demonstrator in Engineering

Nottingham Trent University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK university is looking for a Laboratory Demonstrator to assist in engineering classes. This part-time role involves supporting students, delivering demonstrations, and effectively communicating technical concepts. Strong engineering background and interpersonal skills are necessary. Applications are accepted throughout the academic year as opportunities arise.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate complex or technical ideas effectively to students.
• Sound engineering knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist academic staff in running classes.
• Offer advice and support to students.
• Liaise with technical staff and mark assignments as required.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate complex ideas

Sound engineering knowledge

Job description

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Special conditions £14.54 per direct teaching support

The number of hours required and the days of the week may vary.

About the Role

We are seeking to recruit a Laboratory Demonstrator, who will be available to work throughout the academic year and will be paid on an hourly basis (up to a maximum of hours per annum).

In the Department of Engineering, we provide our students opportunities to gain knowledge and skills through laboratory and seminar sessions in the Engineering Building (Clifton campus). The students are studying a mixture of mechanical, electronics, biomedical, and sport subjects. To ensure an excellent student experience, we support these sessions with demonstrators who offer support and advice to the students throughout. You will work under the direction of a module leader and other academics, delivering high-quality demonstrations to undergraduate and/or postgraduate students. Duties include assisting academic staff in running classes, offering advice and support to students, liaising with technical staff, and marking where required.

You must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex or technical ideas effectively to students, along with sound engineering knowledge.

Interview date – Ongoing as required

Hourly paid Demonstrators are hired throughout the year by the Department of Engineering. Please submit your application to express interest in joining our demonstrator list. Your application will only be processed if a suitable opportunity arises.

About Us

The School of Science and Technology at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) offers a multidisciplinary environment for learning, teaching, and research, with some of the best facilities in the UK.

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality teaching and diverse, real-world research. Our areas include biosciences, chemistry, computing, technology, engineering, forensic science, mathematics, physics, and sport science. This blend of traditional and modern subjects inspires future innovators.

In the Department of Engineering, we focus on electronic, mechanical, biomedical, and sport engineering, building a reputation in human performance, future materials, biomedical engineering, and robotics. We collaborate with industry partners across various sectors and with sports teams to help them achieve excellence.

For informal queries about the role or team, please contact Dr. Ben Simpson.

Join Us

We offer a career with a difference—shaping futures, changing lives, and creating the university of the future. We support innovation, global collaboration, and student success.

Join our diverse community of professionals, academics, and researchers. We value, respect, and care for our colleagues, offering flexible, competitive rewards, and opportunities for career progression. Take on a new challenge with an ambitious university where progress never stops.

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we foster an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity. We welcome contributions from underrepresented communities and backgrounds. Please note, this role is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration system. We recommend assessing your eligibility before applying. Applications from candidates without the right to work in the UK are welcome if they can obtain a visa via another route. Successful applicants will need to declare any unspent criminal convictions, as the role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.