Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

About this role

We are seeking to appoint a permanent post as Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, to help develop and contribute to teaching, research, and knowledge exchange within the School of Engineering at UWE Bristol. 

This role is offered as a full-time appointment (100%) and presents a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of engineering education within traditional disciplines including Electrical, Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and delivering both fundamental knowledge and cutting-edge engineering content, providing mentorship to students, and contributing to research initiatives. We are particularly interested in candidates who not only possess a strong academic background, but also have practical experience in relevant industries. The basis for the role is expertise in Power and Energy related topics, such as Power Electronics, Electro-mechanical Energy Conversion, and Power Transmission, but we additionally appreciate expertise in Electronics and Embedded Systems.   

Candidates should have, or be near to the completion of, a PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, and already be employed within academia. We also welcome applicants from a professional practice or industry background, with a qualification equivalent to degree level in a subject relevant discipline, together with demonstrable relevant professional experience within Electrical Engineering, Power Generation and Transmission, and Renewable Energy sectors. Whilst not mandatory, a teaching qualification and prior experience in higher education instruction are highly desirable. 

Individuals with a research-oriented mind-set will have the opportunity to explore their passions within a dynamic team of research active staff within the School of Engineering. You will have opportunity to link with existing projects with the support of senior staff, plus contribute to scholarly activities including publications and proposal writing. If you have a portfolio of research, or clear plans to develop one, related to Power Generation and Transmission, Renewable Energy, and Embedded Systems, we encourage you to apply. 

Join us to inspire the engineers of the future, to advance cutting-edge research, and collaborate with industry leaders to shape the future. 

About you

We require candidates that have a broad set of skills but who can teach an in-depth knowledge of academic theory and / or practice in a relevant discipline related to Electrical and Electronic Engineering; ideally with expertise in the Power-related field, including the design of switch-mode power supplies, power transmission, DC/AC generators and motors, and BLDC motors. 

The successful applicant will have a Doctoral-level qualification in Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. If from a professional practice / industry background, the successful applicant will have a qualification equivalent to degree level (or above) in Electrical engineering or a related discipline, together with relevant professional / industry experience. 

A teaching qualification and experience of teaching in higher education is desirable. Experience of working in or collaborating with relevant industry is desirable and there will be opportunities to work with industry on knowledge exchange projects. A portfolio of research that can relate to sustainability and digital transformations, and in line with the University’s ethics is desirable. 

Where is this role based?

This post is based at our lively Frenchay campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed. 

Why UWE Bristol?

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in Bristol, one of the UK’s most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners. 

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development. 

We also provide a tailored professional programme to support our academic colleagues in delivering the highest in professional teaching standards. 

Add your individuality to ours

UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community. 

We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we’re always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you’ll thrive. 

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian or racially minoritised and/or female candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area of the organisation, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit. 

As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability. 

Further information

If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role please contact Joshua Bennett by email: joshua5.bennett@uwe.ac.uk. 

Interviews are scheduled to take place at our Frenchay Campus on Thursday 19th September 2024 

This is a permanent post and is full-time working on a 100% contract. 

This post is available on a job share basis for applicants wishing to work part time. 

UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based for all of your time, with some opportunity for remote / home working. 

We may be able to sponsor qualifying candidates for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. Please read our Skilled Worker Guidance to assess if you will be eligible to be sponsored under the criteria. 

Please also refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist which provides details of which documents are acceptable to prove your right to work in the UK. Should you be shortlisted you will be asked to produce your right to work documents at your interview. 

Please note that UWE does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs. 

Advice to applicants

We’d love to hear from you - if you are excited about joining us at UWE please complete our application form as soon as possible. 

Tell us about how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description, and include specific examples wherever possible. 

Once we have completed shortlisting we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates.