Lecturer in Quantum Information Science & Technologies

The role

The School of Physics at the University of Bristol seeks an outstanding academic for a 4-year fixed-term academic appointment at Lecturer level on the Teaching and Research Pathway to support the EPSRC funded Quantum Information Science and Technologies Centre for Doctoral Training (QIST CDT). The appointee will contribute to the delivery of the CDT programme and support the large postgraduate student community.

The Quantum Information Science and Technologies Centre for Doctoral Training (QIST CDT) sits across the Universities of Bristol and Sussex. It is an EPSRC-sponsored training programme offering 4-year PhD scholarships with a first year of taught activities. The programme aims to deliver on EPSRC’s Research Priority of Quantum Technologies – supporting research across both institutions. The CDT is one of five quantum themed programmes funded by EPSRC within the UK and builds upon the 10-year legacy of the world-renowned Quantum Engineering CDT.

What will you be doing?

The main focus of this post will be on developing, implementing and delivering training in our EPSRC funded Quantum Information Science and Technologies Centre for Doctoral Training (QIST CDT) programme that sits across the Universities of Bristol and Sussex. This role will also involve a range of activities in the School of Physics and within QET Labs. In particular, you will:

• Develop and deliver theoretical and experimental teaching using evidence-based approaches to CDT cohorts.
• Undertake administrative and leadership duties commensurate with the role
• Actively participate in supervision and pastoral support of postgraduate research students

The successful applicant will also be encouraged to develop a research programme, carrying out impactful research in the field of integrated photonics and quantum information science and technologies as part of the wider QET Labs team. You will be expected to lead and participate in a range of research programmes and seek funding from EPSRC, Innovate UK and others.

You should apply if

• You have experience in teaching effectively at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the relevant area, both in small and large group settings
• You are able to conduct high quality research.
• You have a first degree and PhD (or equivalent doctoral qualification) in physics, engineering or related area.
• You have excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• You can contribute effectively to the CDT, School and Faculty in teaching, research and administration.

Applications should include:

• a statement and philosophy for delivering excellent teaching and training at postgraduate level (up to 2 sides of A4)
• a plan for future research direction (up to 2 sides of A4), potential sources of funding and potential or existing industrial/academic collaborators
• a full resume (CV).
• a statement (up to 1 side of A4) summarising your vision for equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), including how you will contribute to our collegial, collaborative, and inclusive community.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Additional information

Contract type: Open ended with fixed funding for 4 years

Work pattern: Full time but flexible working (whether full or part-time) will be considered.

Interviews are anticipated to take place in May 2025

For informal queries, please contact:

Dr Jorge Barreto, Director of QIST CDT – jorge.barreto@bristol.ac.uk

Professor Jennifer McManus, Head of the School of Physics;

jennifer.mcmanus@bristol.ac.uk

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