Lecturer in Automation & Robotics

Description of Post

The Transcend project aims to support the industry in the transition to Industry 4.0. Having invested close to 1 million euros in Automation, Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing, the school of engineering is currently running a BEng Automation & Robotics, BEng (H), HDip and Masters in Automation an Digital Manufacturing, which has been designed in close co-operation with regional industry.

The lecturer will join an enthusiastic, professional team and take a strong role in the development and delivery of programmes and modules in the field. As an interdisciplinary discipline, it is expected that the candidate will work closely with lecturers in the other departments in the School.

It is expected that the lecturer will take a particular interest in and foster the development of a number of curriculum topics in the broad area of automation technologies as applied to Industry 4.0. Their responsibilities will also extend to industry engagement in general and collaboration with industry partners, specifically in the context of work placement and applied research. Part of this responsibility will involve collaboration with other third-level institutions including the other members of the new Atlantic Technological Institute.

Essential Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in a relevant Level 9 Programme [as specified in the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)] or equivalent.
• Three years relevant post - qualification experience. (Post Level 8 Qualification experience).

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