This Senior Lecturer post sits in the School of Computer and Engineering Sciences at the University of Chester, adding to a growing academic team. The work centres on undergraduate and postgraduate mechanical engineering teaching, curriculum development, project supervision and assessment. The post is distinct for its role in the new joint institute with Sichuan University of Science and Engineering, delivering modules in China as flying faculty. Applicants need a relevant higher degree and teaching or professional practice in the field.
What the job involves
- Teaching mechanical engineering modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Delivering several mechanical engineering modules in China as flying faculty under the joint institute
- Developing and delivering a modern, industry-relevant curriculum
- Supporting student learning
- Supervising projects
- Contributing to assessment and quality assurance
- Strengthening the wider academic work of the School
- Contributing to employer engagement and outreach
- Contributing to interdisciplinary activity across computing, engineering, mathematics and technology
- Contributing to international curriculum delivery through the China partnership
What’s required
Qualifications
- Relevant higher degree
Experience
- Teaching, curriculum development or professional practice in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline
Skills & knowledge
- Designing engaging learning experiences
- Supporting students from diverse backgrounds
- Collaborative, forward-thinking approach committed to excellent teaching and student success
Other
- Willingness to contribute to employer engagement, outreach, interdisciplinary activity and international delivery
Nice to have
- Expertise in one or more of mechanical design, manufacturing, automation, mechatronics, CAD/CAE, materials engineering, robotics, control systems, thermofluids or sustainable engineering
- Experience of working with industry
- Professional accreditation
- Applied research
- Practice-based engineering education
What’s offered
- Support towards a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education and/or Fellowship of Advance HE if not already held
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
