Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for the MRes Scheme in Built Environment

Birmingham City University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university in Birmingham seeks a Senior Lecturer to lead the new MRes scheme in Urban Development. Responsibilities include designing modules, supervising students, and conducting research. Candidates should have a PhD or equivalent experience in relevant fields, along with teaching credentials. This role offers a competitive salary and a full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading Postgraduate Courses.
• Eligibility for Chartered Engineer status desirable.
• Ability to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the new MRes scheme in Urban Development and Digital Built Environment.
• Supervise MRes students' projects.
• Conduct high-quality research and secure research funding.

Skills

Urban Development

Digital Built Environment

Construction and Civil Engineering

Teaching skills

Research and publication

Education

PhD in relevant field or equivalent experience

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Job Description

The full-time starting salary is normally £52,462.00 per annum, with progression available in post to £60,842.00 per annum.

Grade: H

Full Time, Permanent.

We invite applications to join our integrated teaching and research teams at Birmingham City University's College of the Built Environment at Senior Lecturer level. Located in a modern £300M campus in the heart of Birmingham City Centre, the College is a thriving, vibrant, and inspiring learning community committed to excellence in research, high quality teaching, and industrial engagement. Building on continuous success in student growth and in sustained advancement of research activities, the College has embarked on a programme of extensive expansion funded by substantial long-term investment.

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience in at least one of the following areas:

• Urban Development
• Digital Built Environment
• Construction and Civil Engineering

You will become the Course Leader and lead the new MRes scheme in the College of Built Environment, due to be launched in September 2025. You will be responsible for contributing to the design and development of high-quality, up-to-date modules in Urban Development and/or Digital Built Environment and related disciplines, supervise MRes students' projects, and provide an excellent student experience. You will also conduct high-quality research leading to publications in leading academic journals, develop bids and partnerships for research funding.

You will have a PhD in either Urban Development, Digital Built Environment, Construction, or a related area, or equivalent industrial experience (typically demonstrated by Chartered status). Significant experience in leading Postgraduate Courses, ideally at PGR level, and high-level knowledge, skill, and relevant academic expertise are required. You should have the ability to teach core Urban Development and/or Digital Built Environment modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and possess excellent presentation and teaching skills. Eligibility for Chartered Engineer status with a suitable professional body is also desirable.

We will consider applicants with both industry and research backgrounds. Chartered status with an appropriate professional body, industry experience as a UK-based consultant or contractor, and higher education teaching experience are advantageous.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Paul Laycock, Head of Subject for Urban Development ([e-mail]).

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About Us

Our Strategy for 2030 and Beyond aims to enable students to transform their lives and achieve their potential. Through education and research, and the roles our graduates play globally, we support individual growth and societal transformation.

Founded in 1843 as the Birmingham Government School of Design, our long heritage of innovation and making continues today through our STEAM agenda, research, enterprise, and challenge-based learning. Interdisciplinarity is central to our academic development and societal impact.