Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

Job title:

Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

Company

University of Chichester

Job description

About this roleIt is an exciting time to join the Institute of Applied Sciences at the University of Chichester. The University of Chichester is rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) by the Office for Students. The Institute of Applied Sciences fosters a dynamic and inclusive environment which embraces research approaches that are impactful and engaging. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, enthusiastic mechanical academic to help shape the future of Engineering at the University of Chichester by developing and delivering high quality teaching and building a successful research area. The Institute offers a growing range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, mathematics and computer science (ECAM), including substantial degree apprenticeship provision. Our programmes are recognised for their academic quality, innovation and close ties to the industries in which our graduates will work. ECAM operate from their home in the ‘Tech Park,’ which is a state-of-the-art £35 million building based on the university’s Bognor Regis campus.About youWe are a successful, modern university with clear values and a long history in Higher Education. We offer quality education and an excellent student learning experience in a beautiful region of the South Coast of England.We are particularly looking for applicants with research interest and experience in one or more of the following mechanical engineering areas: Materials science, Statics and structures, Dynamic systems. Manufacturing; Computer aided engineering including CAD and FEA. Your teaching will be informed by a combination of practical experience and/or research to support high quality learning and teaching, experience of using Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs), and the use of technologies to enhance the learning, assessment of and feedback to students on the ECAM programmes.Working with the Engineering, Computing and Maths staff team and students, you will, among other activities, make a key contribution to designing, developing and delivering new and existing undergraduate, post-graduate and degree apprenticeship programmes. You will also contribute to our vibrant research culture and excellent student learning experience. The postholder will ordinarily be expected to undertake programme co-ordinator duties and responsibilities.The successful candidate will be pro-active, enthusiastic and enjoy working as a member of our innovative, dedicated and collaborative team.About the teamYou will work within the team to strengthen the distinctiveness of the University’s student experience as high-quality, personalised, accessible and aspirational. You’ll need to demonstrate an ability to work effectively and positively within a small academic team, excellent teaching methods with the ability to develop a variety of approaches to learning and teaching that is student-centred, inclusive and flexible.We are a top 40 UK University who prides itself on our sense of community, including an excellent staff experience.Enquiries are welcomed by Dr Ian Lipscomb, Head of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics Programmes on

• Closing Date: Sunday 27 October 2024
• Interview Dates: Monday 11th November 2024 or Thursday 14th November

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion at every level because we believe a diverse workforce benefits us all.For full details of the post, please visit our website above.Be inspired. Be original. Be you.Up to £55,295 per annum

Expected salary

Location

Bognor Regis, West Sussex

Job date

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:19:38 GMT

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