We are looking for an experienced university level teacher to not only deliver high quality teaching on our undergraduate and postgraduate engineering degree programmes, but to create and lead the “with placement” year component, working with students prior, during and post placement. You will build and engage with a network of leading engineering employers and deliver knowledge, training and pastoral support to students to ensure we can deliver work-based learning, real-world student projects and positive graduate outcomes
You should apply if you have a well-evidenced track record of teaching engineering students at university, ideally those on accredited programmes, and have evidence of developing, maintaining and maximising industry networks through for example securing, managing and delivering funded initiatives to promote collaboration.
Our School of Engineering community draws upon over five decades of excellence and innovation in engineering, and today we are a thriving centre for research and education that value diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We currently comprise over 70 research staff and over 100 research students working together across nuclear, chemical, robotics & control, electronics and materials engineering subject areas to foster innovation and meet the global challenges of our times.
Lancaster University is one of the UK’s leading research-intensive HEIs with 91% of its research ranked as world leading or internationally excellent. The University was TEF Gold, Times/Sunday Times University of the Year (2018) and Times/Sunday Times International University of the Year (2020), recognising our ongoing commitment to both research and teaching and major investments in our campus and facilities.
We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining individuals who share and support our commitment to promote an inclusive working and teaching community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups in engineering, and particularly those identifying as women. We provide family friendly, flexible working arrangements with staff networks and inclusive facilities to promote a healthy work-life balance for our staff https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/about-us/our-campus/family-friendly-lancaster/ Our supportive working environment is recognised by our Athena Swan and Race Equality Charter awards. https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/edi/.
To arrange an informal discussion about this role please contact Professor Andrew Kennedy (a.Kennedy3@lancaster.ac.uk).
