Reader in Mechanical Engineering

The School of Engineering, within the Division of Computing, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, offers a range of undergraduate programmes across Biomedical Engineering, Electronic and Computer Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering disciplines. Our teaching in these areas is research-led with significant amounts of practical laboratory-based work undertaken by our students.

We are seeking to appoint a Professor or Reader in Mechanical Engineering to provide research and educational leadership across the thematic area, to undertake research and participate in the delivery of our programme. Furthermore, the post-holder will be expected to provide a significant contribution to the management and operation of the School of Engineering, and provide support and mentorship for colleagues.

The University has a commitment to support professional development and research aspirations of the post- holder.

As a Reader in Mechanical Engineering you will:

• provide leadership across Mechanical Engineering activities
• conduct and lead research at an international level
• teach and contribute to curriculum development and management
• make a significant and effective contribution to school leadership as designated by the Head of School or their nominated representative

To be successful in this role you will have:

•  a PhD or equivalent in a relevant subject area with an undergraduate or Masters-level degree in Mechanical Engineering
•  a strong, recent track record of high-quality research publications and/or other forms of output appropriate to their fields
•  evidence of obtaining significant external research and enterprise funding
•  demonstrable international eminence in the field
•  experience of developing and delivering a lecture course on a modern Mechanical

If you require further information regarding the application process please contact cemshr@kent.ac.uk 

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Please note that we prioritise applications from current University of Kent redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.

Applications must be made via the University’s online application system; CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered.

The University of Kent values diversity and promotes equality at all levels.

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