Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

On the 1 August 2026, The University of Greenwich and the University of Kent will form a pioneering new multi-university group called London and South- East (LASE) University Group. Should you join us, you will be employed by LASE but will work as part of the University of Kent academic division, contributing to its distinct strengths, community and identity while also being part of a wider group that brings together the scale, resilience and shared ambition of both universities. Through LASE we aim to deliver outstanding education, impactful research, and meaningful regional and global impact.

Do you have the expertise to inspire students and advance research in Mechanical Engineering? If so this 12 month role, (starting in September 2026), could be ideal.

We’re looking for a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to join the School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics. You’ll contribute to high-quality, research-led teaching across Mechanical Engineering and related programmes, with a focus on Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer, while developing research that supports the University’s internationally recognised research and innovation portfolio.

The School offers a welcoming and inclusive environment, recognised with a Silver Athena SWAN award. Teaching is strongly connected to research and includes substantial practical and laboratory-based learning, helping students develop the knowledge and skills needed for their future careers.

As Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering you can expect to be involved in:

• Delivering and developing undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Mechanical Engineering
• Contributing specialist expertise in Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
• Undertaking independent research and producing high-quality research outputs
• Supporting student learning through assessment, feedback, supervision and pastoral support

What will you bring to the role?

• A PhD in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience or qualification
• An emerging record of internationally excellent research in Fluid Mechanics or Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
• Experience developing and delivering teaching and assessment in Engineering
• Strong communication skills and the ability to support high-quality student learning

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

• 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number EMP-013-26.

We particularly welcome applications from female and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented at this level in this area

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