Teaching Fellow

Job number

ENG03716

Faculties

Faculty of Engineering

Departments

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Salary or Salary range

£55,960- £62,682 per annum

Location/campus

South Kensington Campus - Hybrid

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

5 Nov 2025

About the role

The exciting and newly established MSc Sensor Systems Engineering teaches the entire process of sensor system development. The programme consists of taught modules that provide background theory, practical knowledge, and skills (including software design) in designing and analysing sensors, sensor instrumentation, sensor signals, and sensor systems and networks. The aim is to provide students with experience both in the practical issues of device-level design and in system-level performance requirements. A key feature of this programme is a balanced approach to all levels of sensor systems design, and an in-depth treatment of electromagnetic, semiconductor, and MEMS sensors and imaging systems. Students gain both theoretical understanding and practical experience of sensor design and measurements through laboratory work.

What you would be doing

As a Teaching Fellow, you will work with the teaching team of the MSc Sensor Systems Engineering, education support staff, and a team of creative digital learning professionals on the design, development, and delivery of the MSc Sensor Systems Engineering, including programme taught modules, coursework, and laboratory work. You will assist in the supervision of individual research projects, provide pastoral support to students as a personal tutor. You will bring your expertise in micro- and nanofabrication to maintain laboratory facilities relevant to the programme, in particular, a microfabrication cleanroom.

What we are looking for

• Someone with an appropriate qualification and/or experience in sensor research, ideally in a micro-/nanofabrication context, or a qualified (PhD) practitioner with clear evidence of sustained critical disciplinary engagement in sensors and sensor systems.
• Evidenced familiarity with, or experience in, at least one of the following: Sensors, Micro/nanofabrication, Sensors Systems, MEMS, Instrumentation, Embedded Systems.
• A track record of teaching in higher education at the highest standards.

Please see job description for full criteria.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity by sharing your passion and inspiring the next generation.

• Gain access to Imperial's top-tier Educational Development Unit, which offers a wide range of tailored educational development services to meet your needs.

• Join a diverse and innovative learning and teaching community at an institution that values research-led educational provision.

• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).

• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

Further Information

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Closing Date: 5 November 2025

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About Imperial

Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.

Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world's toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.

As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you'll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.

This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you'll join us at Imperial College London.

Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.

Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.

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