Lecturer in Robotics Engineering

University of Hertfordshire; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Hatfield is seeking a Lecturer in Robotics Engineering to support undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in areas like Deep Learning for Robotics and Robot Planning. Candidates should have a strong commitment to teaching and experience in robotics and AI within Higher Education. This role offers a competitive salary and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible location opportunities

Discounted Sports Village memberships

Free Active Staff sessions

Personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in robotics and AI within Higher Education.
• Proven teaching experience at undergraduate/postgraduate level.
• Strong proficiency in English with effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Undertake teaching and assessment at various academic levels.
• Contribute to research interests and develop courses.
• Supervise student projects and seek external funding.

Skills

Teaching experience

Robotics engineering

AI subject area

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Postgraduate qualification (desirable)

Job description

Post Title: Lecturer in Robotics Engineering
SBU/Department: Physics, Engineering and Computer Science – Department of Engineering

FTE: 1FTE (37 hours per week)
Duration of Contract: Permanent
Salary: UH7 £38,249 pa with potential to progress to £45,413 by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane, Hatfield

The School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science - Department of Engineering is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Robotics Engineering to support our undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in two or more of the following specific areas: Deep Learning for Robotics, Soft Robotics, Principles of Control Systems, Robotic Product Design, Robot Planning and Manipulation.

Main duties and responsibilities
You will undertake teaching and assessment in engineering and technology modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will also support learning through design and development of course materials, including online content, and undertake lectures, tutorials, laboratory and administrative activities.

You will be expected to contribute actively to the research interests of the school and develop short courses and commercial activities in the school. You will supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects and be willing to apply for external funding to support research and commercial activities.

Skill and experience required
You must have experience of working in the robotics engineering and AI subject area within Higher Education. In addition to this, you will need proven experience of teaching or tutoring at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level. You must have a strong commitment to teaching, learning and student support at University level and a potential willingness to attract external funding in research. You will have demonstrable proficiency in English Language, with excellent oral and written communication skills. You must have a strong desire to enthuse and engage our students and be effective within a team setting. We will also expect from you a willingness to develop module and programme level material whilst also demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and to undertake professional qualifications where appropriate.

Qualifications required
You must hold a minimum of a degree or equivalent in a relevant Engineering, Computer Science, or a related subject area. A relevant postgraduate qualification in a related subject field is desirable.

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.

An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.

This post cannot be visa sponsored unless the applicant has a PhD / Doctorate.

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: Informal inquiries about the post may be made to Head of Robotics Engineering Subject Group: Angus Hutton-McKenzie [e-mail]

Closing Date: 28 July 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Reference Number: REQ000156
Date advert placed: 30 June 2025

Our vision is to transform lives: UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

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