Lecturer in Embedded Systems

1 month ago


Devon, United Kingdom University of Plymouth Full time

Faculty of Science and Engineering

This is an exciting time to join the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics as the £63 million Babbage Building creates the state-of-the-art space for inspiring research and teaching, and enables multidisciplinary collaborations.

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Embedded Systems to enhance and strengthen our research capacity in areas complementary to our existing research strengths in embedded systems, electronics, software engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence and big data. Applicants with expertise in other areas of embedded systems and electronics are also encouraged to apply.

You should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline, be able to demonstrate a strong track record of producing high-quality research outputs, and, ideally, provide evidence of attracting funding to support your research. Relevant groups within the School include the Nanotechnology and Electronics Research Group, Centre for Robotics and Neural Systems, the Centre for Cyber Security, Communications and Network Research, and the Big Data group. You will take an active approach to interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary collaborations and will be able to demonstrate external collaborations with the potential for generating impact.

You will be expected to contribute to teaching across our suite of undergraduate and postgraduate electrical and electronic engineering and robotics programmes and will have experience of providing high quality teaching at these levels. You may be required to take part in internationalisation activities (including overseas delivery opportunities) and other widening participation activities. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the running of the School where appropriate.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Informal enquiries may be made with Professor Alex Belton ) or Dr Yinghui Wei ).

Please note that this position may be subject to ATAS clearance if you require visa sponsorship.

This is a permanent, full-time position working 37 hours a week.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday 20th May 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities. A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

The School holds an Athena Swan Bronze award that demonstrates our ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all. Women and members of other currently underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.

£38,205 to £54,395 per annum (Grade 7/8)



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