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Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering
| Posting date: | 04 November 2024 |
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| Salary: | £40,247 to £55,295 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 November 2024 |
| Location: | Aston, Birmingham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aston University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0170-24 |
Summary
Applications are invited for the post of Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering within Aston University’s Department of Mechanical, Biomedical and Design Engineering. Successful candidates will be expected to be research active. We are particularly keen to hear from applicants with research interests in Biomechanics and a well-established or developing reputation in biotribology, computational biomechanics, Gait analysis, kinaesthetics, kinesiology, neuromechanics, rehabilitation, soft-body dynamics and/or sports biomechanics.
Candidates should also demonstrate a student-centred teaching focus with experience and enthusiasm to lecture subjects related to Biomechanics.
Applicants must have a first degree and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline. We would also expect applicants to hold a formal teaching qualification such as a PGCHE and/or have achieved FHEA or above or be willing to achieve this once in post. It is desirable that applicants are familiar with a virtual learning environment (VLE) software such as Blackboard or Moodle.
The successful applicant will be expected to develop teaching materials, teach, and assess students using a variety of formats including lectures and tutorials for the whole class and individual projects. An effective and evidenced track record in learning and teaching using these modes is essential as is a record of positive student feedback.
In addition, applicants will be expected to be play a key role in the operation of the Department including acting as personal tutor to students, taking part in open days, and helping with outreach activities. Where appropriate, there will also be opportunity for involvement in, or leadership of, key operational areas.
Part time working will also be considered. Please specify in the application documents.
Informal enquires about this post may be made to Dr Ricardo Sodré (j.sodre@aston.ac.uk) or Dr Antonio Fratini (a.fratini@aston.ac.uk).
The salary and job description for this role are likely to meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. Please see the Home Office Guidance: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job
Candidates should also demonstrate a student-centred teaching focus with experience and enthusiasm to lecture subjects related to Biomechanics.
Applicants must have a first degree and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline. We would also expect applicants to hold a formal teaching qualification such as a PGCHE and/or have achieved FHEA or above or be willing to achieve this once in post. It is desirable that applicants are familiar with a virtual learning environment (VLE) software such as Blackboard or Moodle.
The successful applicant will be expected to develop teaching materials, teach, and assess students using a variety of formats including lectures and tutorials for the whole class and individual projects. An effective and evidenced track record in learning and teaching using these modes is essential as is a record of positive student feedback.
In addition, applicants will be expected to be play a key role in the operation of the Department including acting as personal tutor to students, taking part in open days, and helping with outreach activities. Where appropriate, there will also be opportunity for involvement in, or leadership of, key operational areas.
Part time working will also be considered. Please specify in the application documents.
Informal enquires about this post may be made to Dr Ricardo Sodré (j.sodre@aston.ac.uk) or Dr Antonio Fratini (a.fratini@aston.ac.uk).
The salary and job description for this role are likely to meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. Please see the Home Office Guidance: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job
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