Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

uwe bristol; United States; Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote/home working

Campus-based with modern facilities

Job summary

UWE Bristol invites applications for a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering (0.6 FTE) to develop and contribute to teaching, research and knowledge exchange within the School of Engineering. The role is fixed-term for 12 months and campus-based with some remote/home working.

The successful candidate will design and deliver cutting-edge modules, mentor staff and students, and engage in research initiatives and external collaborations.

Qualifications

• Doctoral qualification or near completion in relevant subject area.
• Evidence of strong expertise in Electromechanical Systems, CAD (Solidworks), Machine Design and Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and lead cutting-edge modules across engineering programmes.
• Mentor staff and students and contribute to research initiatives.
• Engage in external collaborations and knowledge exchange.

Skills

Electromechanical Systems

CAD

Machine Design

Manufacturing

Education

Doctorate (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Solidworks

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering (0.6 FTE) to help develop and contribute to teaching, research, and knowledge exchange within the School of Engineering.

This post is 0.6 FTE which is equivalent of 3 days per week and is fixed term for 12 months.

UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based with some opportunity for remote/home working.

We will not be able to sponsor candidates under Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. Please also refer to the which provides details of which documents are acceptable to prove your right to work in the UK. Should you be shortlisted you will be asked to produce your right to work documents at your interview.

Advice to applicants

This role presents a fantastic opportunity to shape our multidisciplinary engineering education. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, delivering, and leading cutting-edge modules on our engineering programmes, providing mentorship to other staff, students, and contributing to research initiatives and external collaborations. Ideal candidate will be someone with an academic background and expertise in Electromechanical Systems, CAD (Solidworks), Machine Design and Manufacturing or any of these areas.

Individuals with a research-oriented mind-set will have the opportunity to explore their passion in engineering, contributing to scholarly activities. If you have a portfolio of research related to Mechanical/Automotive/Aerospace, or clear plans to develop one, we encourage you to apply.

About You

We require candidates that have a diverse skill set and who can provide evidence of strong expertise and experience in Electromechanical Systems, CAD (Solidworks), Machine Design and Manufacturing or any of these areas. We highly value candidates who have a background and knowledge that can help develop our aspiring student engineers.

We particularly welcome candidates to apply who identify as female or global majority candidates. The School of Engineering is committed to creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all, and we are passionate about creating teams with diversity of thought and lived experience. Our School has held Athena Swan Bronze award since 2015 and we continue to seek this charter mark. We have a global outlook, through our international and national partnerships and the respective diversity of our staff and students.

The successful applicant will have a Doctoral level qualification in the relevant subject area or near completion. Applications will also be considered from an individual with significant and relevant industrial experience backed by professional recognition i.e., CEng with IMechE or similar. A teaching qualification and experience of teaching in higher education is advantageous.

Candidates should be able to showcase evidence of their continuous professional growth in relevant subject areas. The appointee will be part of a team supporting delivery of Mechanical, Automotive and Aerospace degree related modules.

Where is this role based?

This post is based at our lively campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed.

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in , one of the UK's most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.

We offer a wide range of including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.

We also provide a tailored professional programme to support our academic colleagues in delivering the highest in professional teaching standards.

Add your individuality to ours

UWE Bristol recognises the power of a .

We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we're always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you'll thrive.