Lecturer (Education and Research) in Biomedical Engineering

Job title:

Lecturer (Education and Research) in Biomedical Engineering

Company

University of Exeter

Job description

This full-time post is available from 1 September 2025 on a permanent basis.The role
The post of Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering will contribute to extending the research profile of Engineering at Exeter, particularly in areas related or complementary to mechanobiology, and disorders of the musculoskeletal system. The University welcomes applications which build on Exeter’s internationally recognised research strengths in this area and face our research and teaching needs within the department.The position of Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering will be based in the Biomedical Engineering Group led by Prof Tim Holsgrove. 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. Academics in the Biomedical Engineering Group have particular expertise in using multi-disciplinary approaches to investigate injury and degeneration of the musculoskeletal system, and the development of novel methods to evaluate new treatments and interventions.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 Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering.
• 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 you
The successful applicant will have an independent research programme that will strengthen and complement the existing team at the University. They will be able to demonstrate the following qualities and characteristics:

• A PhD or equivalent in Engineering 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 Engineering and more widely, as required.
• A track record of attracting research collaboration with industrial partners.

Further information
For an informal and confidential discussion about the post please contact Prof Tim Holsgrove ( ) 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

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 06:00:15 GMT

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (globalvacancies.org) you saw this job posting.