Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Engineering

Lancashire; Preston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Lancashire is seeking an experienced academic or industry professional to deliver high-quality teaching across a range of aerospace engineering subjects. The role includes leading module development, supporting programme growth and supervising dissertations.

You will contribute to research, knowledge exchange and enterprise activities, while building strong links with industry partners and professional bodies to support accreditation and employability.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate teaching experience in aerospace engineering preferred.
• Industrial or research background in aerospace engineering.
• Commitment to professional registration with relevant body if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across aerospace engineering subjects.
• Lead development and review of modules and programmes.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations and projects.
• Contribute to research, knowledge exchange and enterprise activities.
• Build links with industry partners and professional bodies.
• Support accreditation activities and ensure programmes meet industry needs.

Skills

Teaching experience

Industry experience

Aerospace knowledge

Education

PhD in Aerospace Engineering or related

Professional registration considered

Job description

By joining the University of Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision.

The School of Engineering and Computing is home to a vibrant and growing community of students and staff across a broad range of Engineering disciplines.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced academic or industry professional with a passion for aerospace engineering, innovation, and developing the next generation of engineers. You will contribute to the delivery and development of our undergraduate and postgraduate aerospace programmes and play a key role in shaping the future direction of aerospace education within the School.

About the role:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across a range of aerospace engineering subjects.

• Lead the development, enhancement and review of modules and programmes.

• Support the continued growth and reputation of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Lancashire.

• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations and projects.

• Contribute to research, knowledge exchange and enterprise activities.

• Build and maintain strong links with industry partners and professional bodies.

• Support accreditation activities and ensure programmes remain aligned with industry and employer needs.

• Provide academic leadership and mentorship to colleagues where appropriate.

• Contribute to student recruitment, outreach activities and open days.

About you:

You will be able to demonstrate:

• A postgraduate qualification (normally a PhD) in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related discipline or equivalent industrial experience including appropriate professional registration.

• Significant teaching, industrial or research experience within aerospace engineering.

• A strong understanding of contemporary aerospace challenges and emerging technologies.

• Active membership of a relevant professional body as appropriate with commitment to obtaining professional registration (if not already held).

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Aerodynamics

• Propulsion systems (in particular electrical propulsion)

• Flight mechanics and control

• Space systems engineering

• Autonomous and uncrewed aerial systems

• Digital engineering, modelling and simulation

• Sustainable aviation technologies

Informal enquiries are warmly welcomed. Please contactProfessor Georgina HarrisDean of School, via email in the first instance.

Use of AI in applications

We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What we can offer you:

We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP.

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives.

About us:

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.