Lecturer - Manufacturing Engineering

35 Hours (1 FTE), Permanent contract

Placement on salary scale is dependent on qualifications and experience

We are one of the largest partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands, a partnership of colleges and research institutions comprising Scotland’s newest university.

As the UK’s leading tertiary education provider, we deliver both further education and higher education courses and that makes us different from traditional institutions. Through an innovative approach to learning and some of the best online learning technologies, we offer our students the complete learner journey, where they have choice and flexibility to study from access level right through to PhD.

Are you skilled in Engineering with an experienced background in industry and academic knowledge? Have you the ability to develop your Engineering knowledge base?

Are you looking for a change in career and a chance to pass on your knowledge and support the next generation of Engineers develop?  

We are seeking a self-motivated, reliable person, who has the desire to help others develop a passion in Engineering, to join our team at UHI Inverness. You do not need to have a teaching qualification to apply as training will be provided, though some experience of instructing or teaching is welcome. You should possess effective interpersonal and strong team working skills. Using an innovative approach, you will deliver Engineering related subjects to a diverse range of students at a variety of levels; in workshops, laboratories, and class, including virtual, environments.

As a professional member of the teaching staff of UHI Inverness, you will be responsible for the preparation of lessons, the teaching of students and the marking and assessment of their work. You will be required to have a flexible approach and be an effective team member, able to develop and deliver a high-quality curriculum and educational experience.

To apply for this vacancy, you must be qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent to at least Honours Degree level (or equivalent qualification), have industrial experience and ideally membership of a relevant Professional Body. 

Job Purpose:

To support delivery of National Certificate, Higher National Certificate and Degree Qualifications in Engineering Systems and associated subjects (for example, but not exclusively: Electrical / Mechanical / Product design / Systems), normally, from SCQF levels 5 to 10. The job is varied and can include supporting students in workshops, classrooms and remotely.

Key Accountabilities:

• Teaching / Facilitating Learning
• Assessment
• Guidance and Support
• Planning and Preparing the Learning Experience
• Quality and Standards
• Professional Practice and Development

Essential Criteria:

Have at least an Honours degree or equivalent qualification in an Engineering related discipline.

Have relevant industrial experience.

Evidence of CPD.

Please note: successful candidates will be required to complete an online Ability Test prior to interview.

Please note: the successful post holder will need to pass a satisfactory PVG Scheme check through Disclosure Scotland prior to commencing employment.

Application Closing Date: Monday 5th May 2025

Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 7th May 2025

Interviews Thursday 15th May 2025

If you have not heard from us by Wednesday 14th May, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful

Requests for feedback after interview are welcomed, unfortunately this is not available at the shortlisting stage

Job Profile :  Job Profile document

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