Professor in Applied Quantum Technology (QT) (3 Posts Available)

Job reference: SAE-027603
Salary: Professorial - Competitive salary
Faculty/Organisational Unit: Science and Engineering
Location: Oxford Road
Employment type: Permanent
Division/Team: Multiple Departments with FSE
Hours Per Week: Full time
Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 31/03/2025
Contract Duration: Permanent
School/Directorate: School of Natural Sciences and the School of Engineering

About the role

The Faculty of Science and Engineering is seeking to appoint three Professors in Applied Quantum Technology (QT) in Physics & Astronomy, Mathematics and Computer Science. These senior positions are expected to shape our future strategy and the recruitment into future academic posts and tenure track fellowships. 

About you

Successful applicants will be outstanding researchers within their field with the ambition to lead internationally recognised research and innovation within the rapidly growing QT sector.

Key accountabilities

• Conducting and developing pioneering, world-leading research
• Leading transformational research projects, publishing in top-tier journals and presenting at international conferences and forums
• Securing research funding and supervising postgraduates and researchers, enhancing the department's research profile
• Providing academic leadership and mentorship
• Steering the departmental research strategy and mentoring staff and students, bolstering the University's reputation in applied quantum technology
• Representing the department at national and international levels, fostering academic collaborations and interdisciplinary research
• Advancing teaching and curriculum development
• Delivering high-quality lectures and tutorials, supervising student research and driving curriculum innovation
• Providing academic guidance, supporting inclusive learning experiences and contributing to the strategic planning of educational programmes
• Fostering industry collaboration and public engagement
• Initiating industry partnerships and public outreach, translating research into practical applications and societal benefits
• Designing interdisciplinary curricula and facilitating professional development, enhancing the employability and expertise of graduates
• Managing departmental administrative responsibilities
• Championing equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility within the department and contributing to administrative decision-making
• Overseeing administrative processes, ensuring compliance with University policies, and upholding standards of excellence in research and teaching

Person specification

Experience        

• Have an internationally recognised research profile in applied quantum technology, evidenced by internationally-leading publications and esteem indicators
• Have extensive experience in delivering excellence in education and a commitment to students and curriculum innovation
• Be able to demonstrate a successful record of securing and managing significant external research funding

Skills    

• Be capable of coordinating interdisciplinary research projects and working collaboratively across multiple institution
• Possess exceptional communication skills, essential for effective teaching, interdisciplinary collaboration and engaging with a broad audience
• Be skilled in building and maintaining academic and industry networks to enhance institutional reputation and collaborative opportunities
• Possess proven leadership skills in research and experience in mentoring researchers and staff to foster academic growth
• Have capabilities in knowledge transfer, industry collaboration and public engagement to enhance the practical impact of research

Other   

• Be committed to promoting and sustaining an inclusive and diverse academic environment that values equality and accessibility
• Be dedicated to continuous professional development and remaining at the forefront of emerging trends and innovations

About The University of Manchester

The University of Manchester was formed in 2004 by combining the Victoria University of Manchester and UMIST. It is the largest non-federal university in the UK, with an annual income of over £1billion, over 12,000 staff and almost 40,000 students. It and its predecessor institutions have a distinguished history of research and teaching, tracing back to 1824 and having produced 25 Nobel laureates. Research highlights include Rutherford’s work on splitting the atom (leading to the 1908 Nobel prize for physics), the world’s first stored-program computer (the Manchester University Mark I), the world’s first steerable radio telescope (at Jodrell Bank), the birth of chemical engineering, and most recently the discovery of graphene (leading to the 2010 Nobel prize for physics). The University of Manchester consistently ranks among the leading universities in the world and in Europe. The University has more than half a million alumni in 190 countries.

Our Values

Values: A ‘One University’ approach, whereby we break down silos and work collaboratively towards furthering the University’s strategic goals, vision and values.

Service Excellence: Committed to prioritising service excellence and high performance to deliver great people-centred experiences.

Agility: Demonstrate a commitment to agility and continuous improvement by embracing change, championing innovation, and being flexible and forward thinking to adapt.

Sustainability: A sustainable approach that safeguards the University of the future by championing environmental practices, advancing digital capability, and supporting financial stability and philanthropic initiatives.

Inclusion: A commitment to furthering equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing to create a positive work environment and culture.

Social Responsibility: Promote and champion the University’s social responsibility ambitions to advance social inclusion, prosperous communities, better health, and cultural engagement.

People Leadership: Demonstrates effective leadership by inspiring collaboration and innovation, driving strategic goals, and empowering teams to achieve performance excellence.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status.  All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Blended working arrangements may be considered              

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Martin Schroder/Richard Curry

Email: m.schroder@manchester.ac.uk/richard.curry@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support: jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

Tel: 0161 850 2004

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

When writing your application, please clarify whether you are applying for the chair of PHYSICS & ASTRONOMY, MATHEMATICS or COMPUTER SCIENCE. 

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