Assistant Professor in Laser-Based Manufacturing

Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them. Our people are key to our success and each role contributes to the Group’s ongoing progress in communities around the world.

An ambitious and innovative university, our research is designed to have real-world impact on society and tackle global challenges through our challenge-led, interdisciplinary research centres. We enable high-performing research teams and future research leaders to thrive and make an impact locally, regionally, nationally and globally.

The Role

The Assistant Professor (Research) in Laser-Based Manufacturing will contribute to research at the Centre for Manufacturing and Materials (CMM), focusing on intelligent laser processing, advanced sensing, manufacturing data analysis and AI/ML applications.

The role involves improving manufacturing performance, product quality and productivity through real-time process monitoring, data analysis and process optimisation. Key responsibilities include developing an independent research profile, publishing high-quality research, securing external funding, collaborating with academic and industrial partners, and supporting postgraduate researchers.

Qualifications Required

•    A PhD or equivalent in a relevant area of research such as laser processing, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science or engineering, applied physics, or a closely related discipline.

Our Successful Candidate

You will have an internationally recognised research profile, strong publications and proven experience securing funding, leading impactful projects and developing academic and industry collaborations.

You will be able to demonstrate expertise in laser-based manufacturing, laser-material interactions, process optimisation, advanced sensing, data acquisition and AI/ML for process monitoring and quality improvement. Experience integrating sensor systems, analysing manufacturing data and applying machine-learning solutions in industrial or research environments is essential.

You will have strong multidisciplinary collaboration skills and the ability to translate research into practical manufacturing solutions, support innovation and commercialisation, supervise postgraduate researchers and develop sustainable, externally funded research programmes.

Experience including industrial laser systems, robotic integration, edge computing, real-time control, digital twins, advanced metrology, non-destructive testing, metallurgy and production monitoring.

The Benefits

As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have a access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits which includes:

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Life Assurance 4 x Salary
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme
• Cycle To work scheme

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

Closing date: Sunday 6^th December 

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