Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Interdisciplinary Robotics

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a candidate to drive research and teaching in interdisciplinary robotics, particularly in aerospace applications. The role involves collaboration across multiple disciplines and contributions to cross-University programs. Successful candidates will lead teaching on fundamental Aerospace Engineering topics and help shape future robotics innovation, while enjoying benefits like an exceptional pension scheme and generous annual leave. Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Benefits

Fantastic market leading Pension scheme

Excellent employee health and wellbeing services

Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement

Additional paid closure over the Christmas period

Local and national discounts at major retailers

Responsibilities

• Drive forward research and teaching in interdisciplinary robotics with focus on aerospace.
• Lead development and delivery of teaching on Aerospace Engineering topics.

Job description

The role-holder will drive forward research and teaching in interdisciplinary robotics, with a particular focus on applications to aerospace. They will work collaboratively across the University's established strengths in aerospace, cognitive robotics, mechatronics and beyond, while also cultivating partnerships with the aircraft industry and international research groups. Through this, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of robotics innovation at Manchester, advancing world‑leading research, strengthening interdisciplinary capability, and ensuring that our graduates are equipped with the skills and insight to lead in an emerging national priority area. The appointee is expected to lead on the development and delivery of teaching on fundamental topics related to Aerospace Engineering for disciplinary or interdisciplinary programmes in the school, with opportunities to contribute to cross‑University programmes.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.