Lecturer

Job title:

Lecturer

Company

Aston University

Job description

Location: Aston University Main Campus
Salary: £46,485 to £55,295 per annum
Grade: Grade 09
Contract Type: PermanentBasis: Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 20 December 2024
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 0415-24
Release Date: Wednesday 20 November 2024We are seeking an ambitious academic to join our team in the Department of Civil Engineering. You will play a key role in teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, while enhancing the department’s current research strengths and developing a leading profile in their area of expertise.We give a strong emphasis on student engagement, project-oriented learning, and employability. Excellent communication and organisational skills with strong commitments to inspiring teaching are, therefore, vital. Demonstrating the capability to create innovative methods for course delivery, assessment, and curriculum design will be considered a significant advantage. As the successful candidate, you will be expected to teach modules in your specialised area, as well as other civil and construction-related subjects as required by the department. While the post is based at Aston University’s main campus, occasional travel may be necessary to deliver teaching at off campus and overseas institutions.A PhD, along with teaching experience in civil and/or construction areas, a strong publication record, and evidence of an internationally recognised research profile, is required.We are striving to develop a strong research group in the Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering and Management theme and collaborate closely with the three research institutes in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS). For further information, please visit the dedicated institute webpage.

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Industrial experience and professional qualification (CEng) or working towards professional qualification will be highly desirable.For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Professor Mujib Rahman ( ) Head of The Department of Civil engineering.What we offer:

• Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family-friendly policies.
• On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found

.The salary and job description for this role are likely to meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. Please see the Home Office Guidance:Further details:Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit:We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at

Expected salary

£46485 – 55295 per year

Location

Birmingham – Aston, West Midlands

Job date

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:52:00 GMT

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