Job Description
Location: Frenchay Campus, UWE Bristol
Salary: Grade G – £38,249 to £45,413
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time (100%)
Job Reference: R08392
Closing Date: [Add Date if Needed]
Interviews: To be confirmed
About the Role
We are seeking a Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering to join the School of Engineering at UWE Bristol on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to shape innovative, multidisciplinary teaching and contribute to impactful research and knowledge exchange activities.
You will play a key role in designing and delivering forward-thinking modules in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and in supporting student development through mentorship and practical engagement. The post will also allow you to advance your research, particularly in collaboration with our Sensing and Instrumentation research team, contributing to ongoing projects and future proposals with senior academic support.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and inclusive teaching across core Electrical and Electronic Engineering subjects
- Develop and enhance modules in areas such as Communications, RF and Microwave Technologies, Signal Integrity, Software-Defined Radio, Power Electronics, Electrical Machines, Power Generation, and AI applications in Electrical Engineering
- Supervise and support undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Contribute to collaborative research projects and external partnerships
- Engage with industry and professional bodies to align academic activity with sector needs
- Participate in knowledge exchange and public engagement initiatives
About You
We are looking for a candidate with a diverse skill set, capable of guiding students through both foundational and advanced topics in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Experience in industry or collaboration with the Electrical and Electronics sectors is highly valued.
You should have:
- A PhD (or near completion) in a relevant field, ideally with academic teaching experience
- OR, if applying from an industry/professional background, a degree-level qualification with demonstrable expertise in Electrical, Electronics, or RF/Microwave Engineering
- Evidence of continued professional development
- A teaching qualification and experience in higher education (desirable)
We particularly welcome applications from individuals who identify as female, non-binary, or as part of the Global Majority, as these groups are currently underrepresented in our academic community. We are proud to hold an Athena Swan Bronze Award and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all staff.
Why Join UWE Bristol?
- Based at our Frenchay Campus, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities
- A vibrant, inclusive university community with over 38,000 students and 4,000 staff
- Located in Bristol, a dynamic, diverse city with strong tech and engineering sectors
- Generous annual leave, career average pension schemes, and retail discounts
- Opportunities for career development and participation in our professional academic support programme
- On-site nursery and a range of family-friendly policies
- Commitment to flexible working – job share applications are welcome
Learn more about working at UWE Bristol: UWE Benefits and Rewards
Visa and Right to Work Information
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route for qualifying candidates. Please review our Skilled Worker Visa Guidance and ensure you meet eligibility requirements.
Please note that UWE Bristol does not cover visa application or health surcharge costs. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. For further details, refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist.
How to Apply
We welcome your application and are excited to learn more about you. To apply, complete the online application form and clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria in the person specification. Use specific examples wherever possible.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
James Whiting – james.whiting@uwe.ac.uk | 0117 328 6163
At UWE Bristol, we believe that diversity enriches our community. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Add your individuality to ours – and help shape the future of engineering education.
