Job number
ENG03483
Faculties
Faculty of Engineering
Departments
Department of Aeronautics
Salary or Salary range
Internationally Competitive
Location/campus
South Kensington Campus - Hybrid
Contract type work pattern
Full time - Open ended
Posting End Date
11 May 2025About the role
We are delighted to have the opportunity to recruit to two new academic positions in the Department of Aeronautics. Our department prides itself on hosting and nurturing highly talented academics and we welcome applications from all candidates working at the cutting edge of their fields of choice. For this reason, the level and exact discipline of the post has been left open and the appointments will therefore be made dependent on your experience at the level of Lecturer (Assistant Professor), Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor), Reader (Associate Professor) or Professor.
What you would be doing
You will develop a broad range of research in your discipline, leading or contributing to a research area at the highest scientifically rigorous levels. You will apply for research funding and manage the resources (including where relevant a research team) of successful grants.
You will teach and examine courses at all levels (undergraduate, MSc and PhD degrees) through lectures, seminars, tutorials, coursework and personal supervision. You will plan and review your own approach to teaching as well as contributing to the development of the department’s curriculum and its teaching and assessment methods.
You will be presented with opportunities to contribute to the wider strategic goals of the department, faculty and university through administrative or leadership responsibilities, attending relevant committees or providing representation at internal or external meetings and working groups.
Full information on duties, responsibilities and criteria for the post can be found in the Job Description.
What we are looking for
We are seeking applicants that are (or have the potential to be) leaders in their fields of research and are passionate about delivering world-class education.
Given the open nature of this advertisement, we would advise all candidates to review the selection criteria for each level of appointment which can be found in section 8 (person specification) of the job description.
What we can offer you
- The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
- A relocation allowance of up to £8,000
- Grow in your career with tailored training programmes for academic staff including dedicated support with navigating your career and managing research as well as a transparent promotion process.
- Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information
Please see our further particulars for more information about the College and the benefits available to staff.
If you require any further details about the role, please contact the Director of Operations,Siân Haynes, Email s.haynes@imperial.ac.uk.
Candidates who would like an informal conversation before making their decision to apply can also contact the Head of Department, Professor Spencer Sherwin, Email: s.sherwin@imperial.ac.uk.
The College is a proud signatory to the San-Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA),which means that in hiring and promotion decisions, we evaluate applicants on the quality of their work, not the journal impact factor where it is published. For more information, see https://www.imperial.ac.uk/research-and-innovation/about-imperial-research/research-evaluation/
The College believes that the use of animals in research is vital to improve human and animal health and welfare. Animals may only be used in research programmes where their use is shown to be necessary for developing new treatments and making medical advances. Imperial is committed to ensuring that, in cases where this research is deemed essential, all animals in the College’s care are treated with full respect, and that all staff involved with this work show due consideration at every level.http://www.imperial.ac.uk/research-and-innovation/about-imperial-research/research-integrity/animal-research/
Available documents
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We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
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About Imperial
Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.
Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.
As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.
This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.
Our Culture
We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.
Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.
