Lecturer in Robotics and Embedded Systems

The School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Robotics and Embedded Systems. We offer a portfolio of degrees in robotics and artificial intelligence, electrical and electronic engineering, renewable energy and mechanical engineering. These are supported by our new multi-million-pound robotics and artificial intelligence, energy and space engineering laboratories.

At an institutional level, Portsmouth was rated Gold in the UK Government's Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and ranked in the top 20 UK universities for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey (NSS). The Economist also rates the University of Portsmouth as number one in the UK for boosting graduate salaries, with 97.5 per cent of graduates working, or in further study six months after they graduated.

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified and highly motivated member of staff who will make a difference in the education of future generations of engineers. The post holder will undertake teaching, tutorial and practical work supervision and the development of learning activities. This includes the design, delivery and administration of assessment and contributing to the excellent pastoral care across the school. Knowledge and expertise in robotics and embedded systems is essential. The post holder will also be able to supervise final year and master's projects.

There will be opportunities to gain a recognised HE teaching qualification if appropriate.

Hybrid working is available for this role and can be discussed at interview.

Interviews are anticipated to be held week 17 January 2025., Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience

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Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Generous leave entitlement of 32-35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
- Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
- Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
- Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Staff wellbeing programmes.
- Long service milestones, and recognition awards which may be awarded to staff for exceptional performance.
- Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
- Discounted learning.
- Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
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