Overview
With 23,000 students, the University of Wolverhampton is one of the largest universities in the UK, with an excellent teaching quality profile, strong performance in third stream income generation and improving REF performance. The School of Architecture, Computing & Engineering manages a well-established portfolio of Engineering courses and is committed to providing high quality Engineering courses while maintaining the University’s aspiration to be the University of Opportunity. The department of engineering has an excellent academic record as a high value manufacturing hub, with collaboration partners across the country and worldwide.
Research in Engineering is carried out under four pillars – Additive Layer Manufacturing, Composite Engineering, Energy and Green Technologies and Process Engineering with emphases on cross pillar research. The department is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to contribute to the development of Aerospace Engineering, specifically: expertise in aircraft design & systems, avionics, wind tunnel aerodynamics.
Responsibilities
Include research and teaching across the Engineering’s undergraduate and postgraduate courses. You will work with staff and students in the pursuit of research both as an individual and as part of the wider School and Faculty activities, encompassing complementary research areas by contributing to the work of established research groups. You should have a track record of dissemination of research outputs/achievements in high quality scientific/technical journals and the potential to attract research funding and/or generate external income. You will be delivering all aspects of aerospace engineering and will need to demonstrate the breadth of knowledge of the subject matter. You will be appointed either as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer depending on experience.
For an informal discussion about the above post please contact the Head of Engineering, Dr Aman Dhir,
Qualifications
You must have a PhD degree in Engineering or a very closely related subject. Membership of a professional body will be an advantage. You must have good experience in all aspects of Aerospace Engineering.
Benefits and Support
- Competitive salaries
- Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme
- Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service
- Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners
- IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts
- Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing
- Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service
- Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton
- Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution
- Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff
- Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance
- Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services
- Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
- Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements
- Free On-site Parking - available across campuses
- Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice
- Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment
- Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles
- Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks
- Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries
- Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
- Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff: We particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not identify themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges).
:quality(80))
:quality(80))
:quality(80))