Teaching Fellow - Robotics

University of Southampton - School of Physics & Astronomy; Southampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southampton is seeking a Teaching Fellow to support its mechanical engineering and robotics teaching, including the new robotics laboratory and practical sessions using digital twin software.

The role requires substantial robotics experience in a teaching environment, plus coding and control of robotic systems; you will work as part of a team to design engaging activities and deliver high-quality education that supports diverse student cohorts.

Qualifications

• Experience in robotics and teaching.
• Coding and control of robotic systems, including digital twin software.
• Be an effective team member who communicates with students and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching programmes and laboratories in mechanical engineering and robotics.
• Design and deliver practical robotics laboratory sessions, including digital twin software.
• Collaborate with staff to maintain high-quality teaching and student learning outcomes.

Skills

Robotics

Teaching experience

Team collaboration

Tools

Digital twin software

Job description

The School of Engineering is seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow to support its and new programmes in mechanical engineering and robotics. This posts supports the University’s triple-helix strategy across several teaching programmes and research groups.

The University of Southampton is ranked among the world’s top 100 and is one of the UK’s top 15 research-intensive institutions. The School of Engineering are a world-class centre for education, research and enterprise; one of the largest and strongest engineering communities in the UK. The Technical and Experimental team provide essential technical support to laboratories and workshops in diverse areas including design, manufacturing, bioengineering, sound, vibration, environmental, maritime, mechatronics, mechanical engineering and materials. This role will be instrumental in supporting our new robotics laboratory, including the design and delivery of practical robotics laboratory sessions, including digital twin software.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will

• Have substantial technical experience in robotics and robotic equipment, as well as experience of working in a teaching environment.
• Experience in coding and control of robotic systems, including digital twin software.
• Be an effective team member who communicates effectively with others, including students and stakeholders external to the School of Engineering.
• Design teaching activities within established policies and procedures to solve complex technical problems.

The University of Southampton is committed to fostering a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates, and particularly encourage applications from candidates belonging to groups who are under-represented within technical posts at the University, including, but not limited to: people from Black and minority ethnic groups; and disabled people. The University is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and a range of family friendly policies, and we encourage staff to apply for flexible working. We are a Disability Confident employer and the University is a founding signatory of the Athena SWAN Charter and holds an silver-level Athena SWAN award. We are a signatory to the Technicians Commitment and can provide opportunities for career development and mentoring. Informal enquiries can be made to Prof Richard Wills ([e-mail])