Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering

Job title:

Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering

Company:

Heriot-Watt University

Job description

Job Description:Directorate: School of Engineering & Physical SciencesSalary: Grade 8 (£45,585-£56,021)Contract Type: Full Time (1FTE), Open EndedRewards and Benefits: 33 days annual leave, plus 9 buildings closed days for all full time staff (Part time workers should pro rata this by their FTE). Use our total rewards calculator: https://www.hw.ac.uk/about/work/total-rewards-calculator.htm to see the value of benefits provided by Heriot-Watt UniversityJob SummaryThe Institute of Mechanical, Process and Energy Engineering (IMPEE) at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh is seeking a new colleague to join our thriving community of academics. We invite applications from outstanding early career researchers for an open-ended (tenured) Assistant Professorship (Teaching and Research) position in Mechanical Engineering.We are looking for a candidate with a focus on metal additive manufacturing (AM) processes whose research programme will strongly complement our existing capabilities for the pragmatic improvement of existing metal AM techniques and the development of new metal AM technologies, through combined experiments, measurement and modelling.The candidate will also employ their expertise to teach Mechanical Engineering to undergraduate and postgraduate students via lectures, tutorials, laboratory classes and project supervision.Detailed DescriptionThe successful applicant will be expected to build an independent research group carrying out cutting-edge research in their field. You will demonstrate the ability to develop and lead research in the understanding of metal AM processes; evidence of developing an international research portfolio; and a clear research vision in metal AM and related areas. You will show the capacity to obtain independent funding for your research and form strong interdisciplinary collaborations both within and beyond IMPEE. This will require the development of a clear strategy for research plans which communicates how this aligns with the landscape of EPS and Heriot Watt University as well as the broader national and international landscape. For established independent researchers a proven ability to attract research funding and a good track record of publishing is required. For researchers looking for their first independent position an excellent research track record and definitive plans for future research and funding is required.The successful applicant will be encouraged to deliver research-led teaching. The role holder will be expected to lead and contribute to the delivery and assessment of BEng, MEng and MSc courses relevant to Mechanical Engineering and/or Aerospace Engineering. Teaching is likely to cover a range of topics such as fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, strength of materials, dynamics, and manufacturing. Teaching will involve the delivery of lectures, tutorials, and practical classes and may involve organisation of external expert speakers and field trips (e.g. to industry). It will be expected that the role holder will reflect on the delivery of courses and enhance and develop courses based on student feedback. Supervision of desk and lab-based research project students will also be required. The successful candidate will also be a personal tutor to BEng, MEng and MSc students.The successful applicant will be based in Edinburgh in the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences and the role will require you to collaborate with colleagues in EPS as well as other schools at the Edinburgh campus, and with colleagues at our overseas campuses in Dubai and Malaysia.Whilst this is a role with a significant amount of responsibility you will have a network that will help support your career development. For those from a non-academic background we will provide mentorship to develop your academic skills.Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Active engagement in research.
• Actively pursuing research funding.
• Developing internal and external collaborative research links and networks.
• Developing and delivering research-led teaching in Mechanical Engineering and/or Aerospace Engineering.
• Supervising and mentoring undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and postdoctoral research associates.
• Contribute to the delivery of administrative duties.

Education, Qualifications & ExperienceEssential criteriaResearch and Professional experience

• Track record of high-impact research in metal AM processes, evidenced by a strong publication record commensurate to career stage.
• Ambition to establish/grow an independent research group synergistic with our existing research capabilities in metal additive manufacturing, as well as the wider research community across the school.
• Ambitious and realistic future research plans, with the potential to attract independent research funding from external sources.
• Ability to establish and maintain internal and external collaborations.

Learning, Teaching and Scholarship

• A PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Willingness and capability to develop and deliver teaching for Mechanical Engineering and /or Aerospace Engineering.
• Excellent oral and written communication, team working and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Willingness to demonstrate versatility and flexibility.

Desirable criteriaResearch and Professional experience

• Experience of delivering multidisciplinary research, commensurate with level of experience.
• Track record of securing research funding.
• International reputation in research field.
• Experience of supervision of PhD students and research associates’ work.
• Willingness to be involved in collaborative research.

Learning Teaching and Scholarship

• Experience of teaching undergraduate and/or postgraduate students.
• Previous supervision of research project students.
• Delivery of web-based learning (e.g. virtual learning environments such as Canvas).
• Experience of playing and/or developing a significant role in collaborative academic-industrial research projects.

About our TeamThe School of Engineering and Physical SciencesThe Institute of Mechanical, Process and Energy Engineering (IMPEE) is located within the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS).Our research in EPS ranges from fundamental sciences through to engineering applications, all of which are supported by strong external funding. We have over 210 full-time academic staff who drive this research activity and are based in 5 research institutes: the Institute of Chemical Sciences, the Institute of Photonics & Quantum Sciences, the Institute of Mechanical, Process and Energy Engineering (IMPEE), the Institute of Sensors, Signals & Systems and the Institute of Biological Chemistry, BioPhysics & BioEngineering. In REF2021, our Physics was top in the UK for world-leading research outputs. Our joint submission to Engineering with the University of Edinburgh was ranked 1st in Scotland and 3rd in the UK for quality and breadth of research (based upon the standard Research Power formula as used by the Times Higher Education).

We provide world-class education to our students across six undergraduate programmes: Chemistry; Physics; Electrical, Electronic & Computer Engineering; Chemical & Process Engineering; Mechanical Engineering and Brewing & Distilling and have recently added Aerospace Engineering to our undergraduate programme portfolio. We also offer a range of postgraduate taught programmes. In the recent The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023, our Chemical Engineering is the 6th in the UK (the 2nd in Scotland), Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering is the 7th in the UK (the 1st in Scotland) and General Engineering is the 9th in the UK (the 1st in Scotland). In the 2022 National Student Survey (NSS), we are ranked the 4th in the UK for overall satisfaction in Chemical Engineering, the 2nd in Scotland in Electrical Engineering and Physics, and are the top ranked in the UK in Food & Beverage discipline (which includes our Brewing & Distilling discipline, where we have achieved a 100% student overall satisfaction).The University has undertaken a significant programme of investment to enhance student-facing services. These include the alteration and refurbishment of the James Watt Centre into a modern state of the art learning and teaching facility, the modernisation of the Student Services Centre and the development of a training room for Assistive Technology. Recent investments have included a £6M refurbishment of the library, £19M to build and establish a Global Research, Innovation, and Discovery (GRID) building with a focus on innovative teaching for students in EPS and in Mathematics and Computer Science, and a recently opened the National Robotarium, a £22M research facility for Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.Heriot Watt holds an Institutional Athena Swan Bronze Award, as does the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, recognising excellence in championing employment of women in the field of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, campus facilities and services to support staff from different backgrounds.About Heriot-WattHeriot-Watt University has established a reputation for world-class teaching and leading-edge, relevant research, which has made it one of the top UK universities for innovation, business and industry.Heriot-Watt University has five campuses: three in the UK (Edinburgh, Scottish Borders and Orkney), one in Dubai and one in Malaysia. The University offers a highly distinctive range of degree programmes in the specialist areas of science, engineering, design, business and languages. Heriot-Watt University is also Scotland’s most international university, boasting the largest international student cohort.How to ApplyPlease submit via the Heriot-Watt on-line recruitment system (1) Cover letter describing their interest and suitability for the post; (2) Full CVApplications can be submitted until midnight on the Friday 10th May 2024.Shortlisting aims to be complete by 24th May and interviews are anticipated to commence w/b 3rd June 2024.For informal inquiries please contact Professor Andrew Moore – a.moore@hw.ac.ukAt Heriot Watt we are passionate about our values and look to them to connect our people globally and to help us collaborate and celebrate our success through working together. Our research programmes can deliver real world impact which is achieved through the diversity of our international community and the recognition of creative talent that connects our global team.Our flourishing community will give you the freedom to challenge and to bring your enterprising mind and to help our partners with solutions that can be applied now and in the future. Join us and Heriot Watt will provide you with a platform to thrive and work in a way that also helps you live your life in balance with well-being and inclusiveness at the heart of our global community.Heriot-Watt University is committed to securing equality of opportunity in employment and to the creation of an environment in which individuals are selected, trained, promoted, appraised and otherwise treated on the sole basis of their relevant merits and abilities. Equality and diversity are all about maximising potential and creating a culture of inclusion for all.Heriot-Watt University values diversity across our University community and welcomes applications from all sectors of society, particularly from underrepresented groups. For more information, please see our website and also our award-winning work in Disability Inclusive Science Careers .We welcome and will consider flexible working patterns e.g. part-time working and job share options.Use our total rewards calculator: to see the value of benefits provided by Heriot-Watt University.

Expected salary

£45585 – 56021 per year

Location

Edinburgh – Midlothian

Job date

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:04:22 GMT

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