At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape the future of Engineering through high-quality teaching and innovative research.
- Company: Join a top 30 UK University with a strong sense of community.
- Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, flexible pension scheme, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team atmosphere with excellent career growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives and careers in a supportive academic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and a passion for teaching.
The predicted salary is between 47389 - 56535 £ per year.
Salary: £47,389 to £56,535.
Basis: Full‑time.
Package: Generous and supportive benefits package.
Job category/type: Academic.
Date posted: 18/06/2026.
Job reference: RQ0000002122.
School of Sport, Science and Engineering.
About this role
Join our highly professional, committed and student‑focused academic community at the Bognor Regis Campus. The School of Sport, Science and Engineering is looking for a Senior Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The successful candidate will work within the team to strengthen the distinctiveness of the University’s student experience, offering high‑quality, personalised, accessible and aspirational learning. We aim to equip our graduates with the skills necessary to succeed in the workplace upon graduation and throughout their professional careers. As such, we focus not only on technical knowledge but also on vital transferable skills and professional practices. We are a growing department, founded in 2016, providing a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, enthusiastic academic to help shape the future of Engineering at the University of Chichester by developing and delivering high‑quality teaching and building a successful research area.
The Engineering department offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical engineering and computer science, including a substantial degree‑apprenticeship provision. Working with the Engineering, Computing and Maths staff team and students, you will, among other activities, make a key contribution to designing, developing and delivering new and existing undergraduate, post‑graduate and degree‑apprenticeship programmes. You will also contribute to our vibrant research culture and excellent student learning experience. The postholder will ordinarily be expected to undertake programme‑co‑ordinator duties and responsibilities.
About you
We are particularly looking for applicants with research interest and experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Control Engineering
- Communication systems and networks
- Mechatronics
- Instrumentation
Your teaching will be informed by a combination of practical experience and/or research to support high‑quality learning and teaching, experience of using Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs), and the use of technologies to enhance the learning, assessment of and feedback to our students.
About the team
You will work within the team to strengthen the distinctiveness of the University’s student experience as high‑quality, personalised, accessible and aspirational. You’ll need to demonstrate an ability to work effectively and positively within a small academic team, exhibit excellent teaching methods, and develop a variety of student‑centred, inclusive and flexible approaches. We are a top 30 UK University who prides itself on its sense of community, including an excellent staff experience.
Benefits
- Flexible defined‑contribution pension scheme via Aviva Master Trust (FlexHE).
- A paid closure period over the Christmas break in addition to a generous holiday allowance of 35 days pro‑rata with bank holidays, and an occupational sickness scheme.
- On‑site gym at our Chichester campus.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support our staff.
- Extensive personal/ professional training opportunities throughout the year.
- Cycle to work, Season Ticket Loan and Electric Vehicle schemes.
- Bus travel for staff between our Bognor Regis and Chichester campuses and Chichester town centre.
Enquiries are welcomed by Ian Lipscomb, Head of School, or Charlie Morris, Academic Lead.
Closing Date: 12 July 2026
Interview Date: 23 July 2026
You can view further details about the role in the attached job profile. Prior to submitting your job application kindly ensure you can demonstrate or obtain the necessary right to work in the UK. All new external appointments are employed by Chichester Staff Services Ltd (CSSL). Internal appointments remain with their existing employer. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion at every level because we believe a diverse workforce benefits us all. If you require any support with completing your application, please contact the recruitment team.
Senior Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering employer: University of Chichester
Join the University of Chichester as a Senior Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, where you will be part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to providing high-quality, personalised education. Located at the Bognor Regis Campus, we offer a supportive work culture with generous benefits, including a flexible pension scheme, extensive training opportunities, and a strong focus on employee well-being. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of engineering education while enjoying a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion.
