Lecturer – Aviation

Ifairworthy; Perth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

UHI Perth is one of Scotland's leading colleges of further and higher education. We are seeking an Aviation Lecturer to support the delivery of our Engineering programmes, teaching primarily at levels 7 to 10 and contributing to online learning as well as on-campus sessions.

The post involves delivering online teaching and periodic in-country teaching in China for up to two weeks, alongside supervising projects and engaging with industry requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an engineering discipline, ideally with an aviation focus.
• Industry experience or knowledge of Part 66 is advantageous.
• Previous teaching experience is desirable; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver learning, teaching and assessment activities across engineering and aviation.
• Supervise student projects and contribute to research and consultancy.
• Deliver online teaching and occasional in-country teaching in China as part of the international programme.
• Contribute to the development of engineering programmes across a broad range of subjects.

Skills

Teaching

Aviation

Engineering

Online teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Master's degree in engineering

Job description

Lecturer - Aviation

Location: Perth, Scotland

Salary: £41,833 - £50,359 per annum, pay award pending

Application Deadline: Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week

Closing date: Tuesday, 25 August 2026

Interview date: Friday 04 September 2026

Job Summary

UHI Perth is one of Scotland's leading Colleges of Further and Higher Education, and a large partner in Scotland's newest University, the University of the Highlands and Islands.

We are looking for an Aviation Lecturer to join our growing team to support the delivery of our Engineering programmes. At UHI Perth we offer a suite of Engineering courses from craft level to degree, at SCQF level 4 to 10. You would teach predominately at levels 7 to 10.

The post involves the design and delivery of online teaching, along with periodic in-country teaching in China of up to two weeks at a time, as part of our international programme portfolio, in addition to on-campus teaching duties.

The campus is well resourced to deliver a first-class learning experience with a well-balanced mix of lecture theatres, classrooms, laboratories and training workshops. As a lecturer you will contribute to shaping the future of the next generation of engineers through teaching and other scholarly activities such as research and consultancy.

Within your area of specialism, you will design and deliver learning, teaching and assessment activities; provide both theoretical and practical instruction; supervise student project work; and contribute to the continuous development of engineering programmes.

Candidates must hold, as a minimum, a master's degree in an engineering-related discipline, ideally with an aviation focus. Relevant industry experience or knowledge of the Part 66 syllabus would be highly advantageous. Previous teaching experience is desirable, along with the ability to contribute to teaching across a broad range of engineering and aviation subjects. Applicants should be self-motivated, proactive, and possess strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. A clear commitment to student learning and an up-to-date understanding of current industry engineering requirements are essential.

This post undertakes regulated work with children and a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme check is required. A check will be made against the list of those barred from working with children.