Professor of Computer Engineering

4 weeks ago


Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom University of Bath Full time

The Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at the University of Bath is seeking to appoint an established Professor (0.5FTE) with a focus on the strategic development and delivery of our Computer Systems Engineering programmes and new joint programmes in related areas.

We are looking for an outstanding leader and academic to enhance our research and teaching, join an expanding and ambitious department, and to shape the technology of the future in a vibrant and inclusive environment.

The Department delivers undergraduate and postgraduate courses and specialises in electronic and electrical engineering research. Our teaching is research-led and driven by the wider needs of industry, ensuring great graduate career opportunities.

This is an open-ended position, working 18.25 hours per week.

About you

You will have a track record in the development of new courses as well as experience of research and teaching, with an established research portfolio. In particular, you will have experience in Computer Systems Engineering or Robotics Engineering.

You will hold a PhD and an undergraduate degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering or a very closely related subject. Through your research and teaching, you will be passionate about addressing the global challenges and educating the next generation of electronic and electrical engineers. This role will suit you if you:

  • Enjoy working in a collaborative and supportive environment;
  • Can demonstrate a clear fit to the Department's research and teaching profile with your research being in areas including Computer Systems Engineering, Robotics, and Electronic Engineering;
  • Are passionate about teaching and have the ability to teach a wide range of Electronic And Electrical Engineering subjects at both postgraduate and undergraduate levels on all our courses
  • Have an established publication record and international reputation appropriate to your career stage;
  • Have a track record for winning and delivering on research grants.

Working with us

You will be joining a progressive and thriving academic environment and will benefit from the collaborative and well-established Department and Faculty structure at the University of Bath. This includes a strong mentoring and personal & professional development environment in the Department, and the University's professional development programme for new lecturers. The lifestyle advantages of working and living in one of the most beautiful and accessible areas in the UK are an added attraction.

Informal enquiries about the post may be made to Dr Ben Metcalfe, Head of Department or Professor Cathryn Mitchell, Director of Research Please ensure you submit your application through our website.

Please include in your application:

  1. a CV (including publications)
  2. a 1-page (max) Research plan and philosophy
  3. a 1-page (max) Teaching philosophy that indicates what subjects within our courses you feel you could comfortably deliver

What we can offer you:

  • a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
  • generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
  • we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
  • an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
  • a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
  • a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

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