UKRI Global Talent Fund: Lecturer in Semiconductor Photonics

Quantum Flagship; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent Academic Appointments

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Relocation Support

Visa Sponsorship

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

A prestigious university in the UK is seeking a Lecturer in Semiconductor Photonics for a full-time position within the Institute of Photonics. The successful candidate will benefit from a generous start-up package and dedicated research funding. This role supports the recruitment of globally recognised researchers. Applications are welcomed from individuals of diverse backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in academia. The position requires a commitment to impactful research and teaching, commencing in 2025–26.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant academic qualification in Semiconductor Photonics or a related field.
• Experience in conducting impactful research and teaching at university level.

Responsibilities

• Deliver impactful research in Semiconductor Photonics.
• Contribute to the academic community at the University of Strathclyde.
• Support the integration of globally recognised researchers.

Job description

UKRI Global Talent Fund: Lecturer in Semiconductor Photonics

UKRI Global Talent Fund: Lecturer in Semiconductor Photonics

The University of Strathclyde is proud to be one of only 12 UK universities awarded funding from the prestigious UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Global Talent Fund (GTF). This £4.35 million investment recognises Strathclyde’s global leadership in research, innovation, and impact.

Applications are invited for the position of Lecturer in the field of Semiconductor Photonics. The successful candidate will hold this full‑time appointment in the University of Strathclyde’s Institute of Photonics, in the Department of Physics and will benefit from a generous start‑up package of support.

Why Strathclyde?

The University of Strathclyde is a globally recognised, research‑intensive university with a strong track record of delivering impactful research that addresses global challenges and drives innovation. Researchers benefit from access to world‑class facilities, a collaborative ecosystem of academic and industry partners, and a culture that fosters interdisciplinary innovation and real‑world impact.

About the UKRI Global Talent Fund

This prestigious programme supports the recruitment and integration of globally recognised researchers into the UK’s research landscape. Benefits include:

• Permanent Academic Appointments (commencing 2025–26)
• Dedicated Research Funding aligned with national and global priorities
• Competitive Salary and Benefits package
• Relocation Support for researchers and their families
• Visa Sponsorship, including Global Talent visa and Immigration Health Surcharge
• Career Development through mentorship, peer networks, and structured progression

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Strathclyde is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive research environment. We actively welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure fairness and equity, and we are dedicated to supporting all researchers to thrive, regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or socio‑economic background.

To learn more: https://www.strath.ac.uk/workwithus/vacancies/ukriglobaltalentfund/

Please note: This post is supported by the UKRI Global Talent Fund. In line with the funding requirements, it is only open to international researchers who have not resided in the UK during the 24 months prior to the grant start date and are not currently employed by UK‑based organisations or their overseas campuses. All researchers supported by the Global Talent Fund must relocate to the United Kingdom or the Common Travel Area. The majority of their time dedicated to the funded research must be spent physically based in the UK.

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University of Strathclyde, Glasgow