With 23,000 students, the University of Wolverhampton is one of the largest universities in the UK, having an excellent teaching quality profile, strong performance in third stream income generation and an improving REF performance. Our major building and refurbishment facilities is providing enviable teaching and learning resources, outstanding laboratory provision and leading IT resources. The School of Architecture, Computing & Engineering, manages a well-established portfolio of Engineering courses covering Mechanical Engineering, Motorsport & Automotive Engineering, Chemical Engineering Aerospace Engineering, Additive Layer Manufacturing, CNC Machining and Composite Compression Moulding. It is committed to providing high quality Engineering courses whilst maintaining the University’s aspiration to be the University of Opportunity. The department of engineering has an excellent academic record as a high value manufacturing hub, and we have collaboration partners across the country and worldwide.

Research in Engineering is carried out under four pillars – namely Additive Layer manufacturing, Composite Engineering, Energy and Green technologies and Process Engineering with emphases on cross pillar research. The department is seeking to appoint a motivated individual to contribute to the development of Aerospace Engineering, specifically:

Expertise in aircraft design & systems
Avionics
wind tunnel aerodynamics

Including research and teaching across the Engineering’s undergraduate and postgraduate courses. You must have at PhD degree in Engineering or a very closely related subject. You will be expected Membership of a professional body will be an advantage. You must have a good experience in all aspects of Aerospace Engineering.
You will work with staff and students in the pursuit of research both as an individual and as part of the wider School and Faculty activities, encompassing complementary research areas by contributing to the work of established research groups. Hence, you should have a track record of dissemination of research outputs / achievements in high quality scientific/technical journals and have the potential to attract research funding and/or generate external income.

You will be delivering all aspects of aerospace engineering and will need to demonstrate the breadth of knowledge of the subject matter. You will be appointed either as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer dependent on experience.

For an informal discussion about the above post please contact the Head of Engineering, Dr Aman Dhir, aman.dhir@wlv.ac.uk

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Your Benefits:

Competitive salaries
Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
Long Service Recognition – £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
Free Will Writing Service – Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
IT & Mobile Discounts – EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.

Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing

Wellbeing and Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
Eyecare Support – Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
Flu Vouchers – Free flu vaccinations for staff.
Paycare Health Benefit Plan – Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

Valuing You:

Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
Flexible & Agile Working – Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
Free On-site Parking – available across campuses.
Cycle Benefits Scheme – Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
Tusker Electric Vehicle Scheme – Electric cars via salary sacrifice.
Employee Discounts – Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
Travel Discounts – Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development

Staff Network and Inclusion – Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
Library Access – Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
Staff Scholarship Scheme – Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level.
Leadership and Management Development – Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.

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