Lecturer (Education and Research) in Photonic/Optoelectronic AI Computing

Job title:

Lecturer (Education and Research) in Photonic/Optoelectronic AI Computing

Company

University of Exeter

Job description

Faculty of Environment, Science and EconomyThis full time post is available from 6 January 2025 on a permanent basis.The roleThe post of Lecturer in Photonic/Optoelectronic AI Computing will contribute to extending the research profile of Engineering at Exeter, particularly in areas related or complementary to Electronic Engineering, Metamaterials and non-von Neumann computing.The University welcomes applications that build on Exeter’s internationally recognised research strengths in this area and meet our research and teaching needs within the department. Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Hardware for photonic/optoelectronic in-memory, neuromorphic and edge computing applications
• Photonic metamaterials for computing and sensing applications
• Metamaterial-based AI

You will be based in the Engineering Materials and Manufacturing Research Theme led by Prof C David Wright. The group is part of the Engineering department, led by Professor Ion Sucala ( ). Engineering currently has over 100 academic staff across our Exeter (Streatham) and Cornwall (Penryn) campuses. The position will contribute to the work of the department’s wider Engineering Materials and Manufacturing Theme, and to the university’s Green Futures strategic priorities. The appointee will also be expected to engage with and support research activities of the university’s Centre for Metamaterial Research and Innovation (CMRI, see ). CMRI is an interdisciplinary research centre with academics drawn mainly from our departments of engineering and physics, and whose aim is to advance both the fundamental science and the real-world application of metamaterials. The appointee will have access to state-of-the-art nanofabrication and materials/device characterisation facilities.The department of Engineering has recently embarked on an ambitious strategy – . Our vision is to harness the power of engineering and innovation to create a sustainable and healthier future. The strategy is underpinned by significant investment in staff and facilities, and it aims to build on our existing strengths and continue to develop emerging areas, contributing to the University’s .Main duties * To fulfil research, teaching and administration duties as a Lecturer in Photonic/Optoelectronic AI Computing.

• To support the Engineering Department in extending the profile of this research area by attracting and supervising exceptional postdoctoral researchers and postgraduate research students, contributing towards the winning of significant research income, and by undertaking elements of the day-to-day running of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• To collaborate with colleagues both within the Faculty and the University of Exeter as a whole to develop and support the groups research programmes and other research programmes.
• To contribute to the general operation of the faculty as a member of its academic team.

About youThe successful applicant will have an independent research programme that will strengthen and complement the existing team at the University. You will be able to demonstrate the following qualities and characteristics: * A PhD or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or other relevant subject.

• Sufficient knowledge in subject area to develop teaching and research programmes
• A demonstrable potential to attract research funding.
• A track record of excellent publications in recognised journals.
• The aptitude to develop familiarity with a variety of strategies to promote and assess learning.
• Enthusiasm, knowledge, and ability to teach modules in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and/or Mechanical/Materials Engineering and more widely, as required.

For an informal and confidential discussion about the post please contact Prof C David Wright ( ) or Professor Ion Sucala, Head of Engineering ( )The starting salary will be from £41,732 up to £51,283 on Grade F, depending on qualifications and experience.

Expected salary

£41732 – 51283 per year

Location

Exeter

Job date

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 22:41:48 GMT

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