Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Propulsion

Location: Frenchay Campus

Salary:

Grade G Lecturer: £37,999 to £45,163

Grade H Senior Lecturer: £45,163 - £56,921

Contractual hours: 37

Attachments:

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Job description

About this role

We are seeking to appoint a permanent post as Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Propulsion, to help develop and contribute to teaching, research, and knowledge exchange within the School of Engineering.  

Advancements in technology are paving the way to address some of the most pressing challenges in aerospace engineering. These include achieving zero-emission, sustainable solutions for future aviation, developing energy-efficient and reusable space access systems, and ensuring the safety and reliability of autonomous systems powered by AI and machine learning. To lead innovation in these critical areas, the ideal candidate will bring a robust and diverse skill set, with a strong ability to lead students through the foundational principles as well as cutting-edge innovation in this field.

Furthermore, individuals with a research-oriented mind-set will have the opportunity to explore their passions, contributing to scholarly activities. If you have a portfolio of research related to Aerospace Engineering or clear plans to develop one, we encourage you to apply.

Join us to inspire future engineers, drive innovative research, and collaborate with industry leaders to shape the future of engineering education.

About you

We require candidates that have a diverse skill set and is well-versed in guiding students through the core concepts of Aerospace Propulsion. Specifically, we are looking for individuals with expertise encompassing conventional and advanced aircraft and spacecraft propulsion systems, electrification, hydrogen and sustainable aviation fuels, fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, and aircraft design. We highly value candidates who have a background and knowledge that can help develop our aspiring student engineers.

We particularly welcome candidates to apply who identify as female or nonbinary, and/or Global Majority candidates. As a School of Engineering, we create a safe and inclusive working environment for all, and we are passionate about creating teams with diversity of thought and lived experience. Our School has held Athena Swan Bronze award since 2015 and we continue to seek this charter mark. We, in Engineering, have a global outlook, through our International and National partnerships and the respective diversity of our staff and students.

Candidates should have, or near completion of, postgraduate qualification in in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline. If from a professional practice/industry background, successful applicants will have a qualification equivalent to degree level (or above) together with relevant professional experience within the Aerospace and Propulsion sector. A teaching qualification and experience of teaching in higher education is advantageous.

Candidates should be able to showcase evidence of their continuous professional growth in relevant subject areas. The Appointee will be part of a team supporting delivery of all Aerospace Engineering and Propulsion related modules.

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 global majority candidates, and 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 Budi Chandra (budi.chandra@uwe.ac.uk)

Interviews are scheduled to take place at our Frenchay Campus on Friday 14^th February 2025.

This is a permanent post and is full-time working on a 1.00 FTE 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 with some opportunity for remote/home working.

The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK, please refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist for information on which documents are acceptable.

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.

Please note that UWE Bristol 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.

To apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button above.