Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering (Teaching and Research)

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The University of Leeds and Southwest Jiaotong University have established the SWJTU – Leeds Joint School at the SWJTU campus in Chengdu, China. Having delivered 4 undergraduate taught programmes successfully (in Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering with Transport, and Computer Science), both universities now wish to grow the Joint School to deliver further Undergraduate, Masters and PhD programmes, and establish a thriving research and student exchange community.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual with interest in teaching and disciplinary expertise in one of key research themes in Mechanical Engineering (engineering systems and design, thermofluids, surfaces and interfaces, medical devices and regenerative medicine), who will be part of the SWJTU-Leeds Joint School and the School of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Leeds.

We are looking for the knowledge, experience and creativity needed to apply innovative modes of course delivery both online and offline. You will also be looking to build your research career internationally, exploring relationships and partnerships in Chengdu with a view to developing a collaborative research portfolio. 

To achieve this, you will work full time in Chengdu over approximately 2 teaching semesters per year (up to 20 weeks). As well as delivering your course material, this extended stay in Chengdu will allow you to develop your research ideas and the strong relationships you will need to start international collaborations, feeding this through into your teaching practice and improving the student experience.

With the ability to collaborate effectively and to motivate and inspire learners, you will become a valued academic member of the SWJTU – Leeds Joint School, where you will create and lead innovation in education and research and help introduce new forms of learning.

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available. And much more!  

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Professor Dariusz Wanatowski , Pro-Dean of the SWJTU-Leeds Joint School

Email: [email protected]      

Location:  Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences
School/Institute:  Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU)
Category:  Academic
Grade:  Grade 8
Salary:  £45,585 to £54,395 p.a.
Working Time:  37.5 hours per week
Post Type:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Ongoing
Release Date:  Tuesday 20 February 2024
Closing Date:  Tuesday 19 March 2024
Interview Date:  To be confirmed
Reference:  EPSSJ1003
Downloads:  Candidate Brief