The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a pivotal time. We are launching a new Aerospace Engineering degree, homed within , the programme builds on the School’s established strengths in fluid dynamics, materials, intelligent sensing, advanced manufacturing and electrical power systems and will be delivered from the new in the heart of Newcastle.
We are a world class research-intensive university, delivering teaching and learning of the highest quality and playing a major role in the economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Our research community works across disciplines to tackle global challenges in sustainable energy, transport, and advanced manufacturing.
We are looking for outstanding early or mid-career academics with expertise across the aerospace domain and a passion for engineering education, individuals who can apply their technical expertise and people development skills to help shape and grow this new Aerospace Engineering programme.
We particularly welcome applicants with teaching experience or subject expertise in areas such as aircraft design, propulsion, flight dynamics and control, aerostructures, and space systems.
You will contribute to the design and delivery of a modern, inclusive curriculum, including modules, projects, lab-based teaching, and student support at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will join a strong, collaborative community of engineering educators within the School and have access to institutional support for professional development and recognition.
Further information about the School is available at
The University has developed an document which summarises the range of activities that academic colleagues may be expected to perform.
This is a full-time open-ended post.
Informal enquiries about the role may be made to Professor Brian Shaw via email .
This Lecturer role is a Teaching & Scholarship position.
To apply, please upload the following supporting documents:
⦁ Full CV including funding and publication list
⦁ Letter of application which demonstrates and evidences how you meet the criteria of the post
This is a two-stage recruiting process. This means we will be holding presentations as the initial assessment followed by interviews for shortlisted candidates.
Relocation assistance will be provided to help with expenses incurred by new colleagues relocating, ;
Key Accountabilities
Contribute to the planning and development of leading-edge content, modules, laboratory activities, student projects and assessment methods in Aerospace Engineering. This will encompass electrical, electronic, software, mechanical, thermodynamic and aerodynamic aspects applied to fixed wing, rotary, rocket and satellite applications
Deliver high-quality teaching across aerospace-related topics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels using modern and inclusive learning approaches
Develop, integrate and manage of student learning experiences within modules such as projects, laboratories, industry guest lectures, field trips and work placements
Identify and obtain funding from appropriate sources to help develop this new degree programme and create leading edge, industrially relevant experiential learning for our students
Contribute to and coordinate a growing programme of pedagogical activity to help develop, continuously improve and disseminate the excellence of this new Aerospace programme in high quality pedagogic conferences and publications
Seek and develop interdisciplinary collaborations within the University and with other UK and international collaborators
Organise and contribute to programmes of networking, recruitment, marketing, outreach, and public engagement
Undertake teaching, supervision, tutoring and other education, assessment and accreditation responsibilities in line with the role of Lecturer/Senior lecturer in Aerospace Engineering
Supervise individual and group student projects and dissertations and supervise students and contribute to research being carried out by staff and PhD students
Participate in the administrative and management processes of the school and represent the discipline on School, Faculty or University committees
For Senior Lecturer: Provide educational leadership, mentor junior staff, and contribute to strategic developments in teaching and learning within the School
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
All levels
Evidence of a wide and active interest in engineering, with the ability to contribute to the multidisciplinary teaching of Aerospace Engineering, including themes such as flight, propulsion, avionics, space systems, or airframe structures
Experience in the design, development, and implementation of engineering solutions, whether in academia or industry, that integrate elements of electronic, electrical, software, and mechanical systems, in aerospace or closely related applications
Evidence of the ability to communicate complex engineering concepts and theories in a clear and engaging way to students at undergraduate and postgraduate level
Demonstration of the ability to develop teaching resources (lecture notes, slides, videos, podcasts, tutorials and practical sessions)
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to balance programme development, teaching, pedagogical scholarship, and administrative duties
Experience in mentoring or supervising students, peers, or junior colleagues, ideally in a teaching or engineering project setting
In addition for senior lecturer level
Extensive experience in the supervision, career development and mentoring of students, peers and junior colleagues
Demonstrable experience in the successful design, implementation and delivery of complex technical and/or organisational projects
A strong record of working collaboratively across teams and disciplines, with the ability to build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including industry and professional bodies
Attributes and Behavior
All levels
Professionalism: care and diligence, investing in self-development, taking responsibility, acting with integrity, championing the organisation
Independence: challenging the status quo, seeking clarification, questioning assumptions, encouraging diverse views
Performance focus: focus on goals and priorities, exhibiting and entrepreneurial spirits, setting high standards
Ethical outlook: expressing the university’s values, displaying high standards of conduct, managing institutional and individual priorities, identifying and managing conflicts of interest, treating others fairly and showing commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
Awareness of self and others: recognising and limiting bias, displaying empathy and cultural sensitivity
Excellent team working and networking skills
Applicants from outside of academia must be able to demonstrate the ability and enthusiasm to make the transition to become a Teaching and Scholarship academic
In addition, for Grade G Lecturers
Potential to provide leadership to teaching teams
In addition, for Senior Lecturers
⦁ The ability to persuade and influence at all levels to foster and maintain relationships, resolving difficulties as they arise
⦁ Original thinking and analysis of complex information that has led to the bringing of new insights to the research undertaken
Qualifications
⦁ A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or a cognate discipline
⦁ A PhD in a relevant subject area
Desirable
⦁ A recognised teaching qualification in Higher Education or equivalent experience
⦁ Membership of a relevant professional engineering institution
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.
In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 28236
