Lecturer in Thermofluids

Job description

About us: Working in the School of Engineering, comprising a range of practice-led academic programmes, this post is a permanent appointment for teaching and supporting students in our Engineering programmes. You will join a growing and ambitious school that highly values integrating research and practice-led materials within teaching and learning. 

Thus, the successful applicant will be expected to design and deliver engaging, innovative and responsive teaching, achieving outstanding student learning outcomes. The successful applicant will also actively engage in high-quality research, scholarly and/or practice activity that informs, extends and transforms their subject area and informs teaching. 

About you: We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Thermofluids to join the School of Engineering at UWE Bristol. We are seeking someone with expertise in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and Computational Fluid Dynamics. In particular, we are looking for someone who can directly contribute to the School's ambitions in teaching and research, for example, teaching thermodynamics and fluid dynamics to undergraduates across all years and contributing to the research output of the Engineering Modelling and Simulation Group (EMSG). It is desirable that your research portfolio relates to emerging and sustainable technologies that contribute to the UK's net zero emissions target. 

The successful applicant will have a postgraduate qualification in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or a related discipline. If from a professional practice/industry background, the successful applicant will have a qualification equivalent to degree level (or above) together with relevant professional experience within the Engineering Sector. A teaching qualification and experience of teaching in higher education are desirable. Experience of working in or collaborating with relevant industries is desirable, and there will be opportunities to work with the industry on knowledge exchange projects. We require particular expertise in sustainable technologies such as Hybrid and Electric vehicles.

Our lively Frenchay campus is easy to get to, with excellent road, rail and bus links. We also have a range of cycling and changing facilities, making it the ideal place to work for those commuting to Bristol. 

Frenchay campus has excellent transport links as well as being located near the motorway network, we are within walking distance of two train stations, our bus terminus connects us to the local bus and metrobus network, and we also have a range of cycling and changing facilities. 

Bristol is a city famous for its rebellious streak, independent thinking, unique style and edgy creativity. Home to over 460,000 people hailing from 187 different countries – you can find over 91 different languages spoken here and 45 religions practised. Topping polls on a regular basis, Bristol isn't just a great place to live but a great place to work.

Why UWE Bristol?

We live, learn, work and play in a complex, fast changing world. And we know that only by coming together, through collaboration and cooperation, can we solve the global challenges of today and tomorrow.  

While we’re firmly future-focused, we have much to be proud of today: as well as scoring above sector average for student satisfaction, we’re ranked 36th in The Guardian Best UK Universities 2022 and 39th in the latest Times Higher Education 'Table of Tables'.

With inclusivity as a core value, UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community. We support and celebrate the diversity of our staff and students as a key driver for innovation and success, promoting pathways and achievements to inspire and generate confidence and ambition.

As well as progressive pay rates and flexible, family-friendly working, you’ll enjoy a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• a generous holiday allowance of 35 days (pro rata if part time)
• up to 12.5 bank holiday/closure days per year
• excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• access to employee assistance programme
• ongoing learning and development opportunities
• family friendly policies and wellbeing initiatives
• onsite nursery at our Frenchay Campus.
• Retail savings via the Wider Wallet scheme
• option to participate in the cycle to work scheme 

Further information:

If you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Dr Zeyad Al-Shibaany (Zeyad.Al-Shibaany@uwe.ac.uk)

This is a permanent post and is full-time working on a 100% contract.  This post is available on a job share basis for applicants wishing to work part time.

UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is important for our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based for all of your time, but when not teaching you can work more flexibly.

As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, Multiple Heritage or Other Minority Ethnic and female candidates as we are currently under-represented in these areas within UWE Bristol; however, all appointments are made on merit.

We celebrate individuality and are proud to be part of a city which is rich in diversity. Join us, and find yourself in a vibrant, stimulating and supportive environment. Our people are our strength, and it takes people from all backgrounds to make UWE Bristol a success.

We are able to sponsor qualifying candidates for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. Please read our Skilled Worker Guidance to assess your eligibility to be sponsored under the criteria.

Please also refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist, which details which documents are acceptable to prove your right to work in the UK. Should you be shortlisted, you will be asked to produce your right-to-work documents at your interview.

Please note that UWE does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.