Job Description
Proud to be Sunderland
The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries. We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.
As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:
• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)
Your next opportunity
If you are building your academic career and want to do so somewhere that is genuinely investing in its people and its portfolio, this is a compelling moment to join us. You will be part of a growing, ambitious team, contributing to technically rigorous, professionally relevant curriculum that serves a diverse and international student community. Our faculty has active research interests in digital transformation and AI, sustainable engineering and advanced manufacturing, and cybersecurity and resilience, and we are looking for colleagues who want to contribute to and develop that agenda alongside their teaching.
We are recruiting at Lecturer / Senior Lecturer level in Engineering, where you will shape the delivery of high‑quality, applied engineering education across undergraduate, postgraduate and off‑campus programmes. You will provide academic and programme leadership, championing innovative, practice‑based learning that connects theory with real‑world engineering challenges.
Working closely with industry partners, colleagues and students, you will strengthen curriculum relevance, embed enterprise and multidisciplinary project work, and support excellent student outcomes. Alongside teaching and leadership, you will contribute to applied research and knowledge exchange through funded projects, consultancy and professional engagement, helping to enhance employability, innovation and the Faculty’s impact regionally, nationally and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver high‑quality teaching and assessment across undergraduate, postgraduate and off‑campus engineering programmes, ensuring excellent student experience and outcomes.
• Lead the integration of applied and experiential learning, including live industry briefs, real‑world design challenges and authentic assessment approaches.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with regional and national engineering employers to enhance curriculum relevance, student projects and employability.
• Champion innovative, practice‑based pedagogy by embedding industry‑standard tools, technologies and professional practices across engineering disciplines.
• Drive enterprise, innovation and entrepreneurship within engineering programmes, supporting multidisciplinary and start‑up focused student activity.
• Lead the design and delivery of multidisciplinary engineering projects across mechanical, electronic, automotive and manufacturing areas.
• Contribute to the School’s research and knowledge‑exchange strategy by securing funding, delivering projects and acting as a Faculty ambassador for applied innovation.
Is this you?
You bring significant teaching experience in your discipline or strong, relevant industry practice, alongside experience of conducting research within the field. You are knowledgeable about contemporary learning and teaching approaches, aware of current disciplinary trends, and committed to supporting students in both their academic studies and personal development.
Ideally, you will also have experience within higher education teaching, recruitment activity and people management, bringing a well‑rounded contribution to teaching, leadership and student success. You hold a postgraduate or Master’s degree in a relevant subject area, with a PhD/Doctorate and a higher‑education teaching qualification or professional recognition (such as PG Cert or HEA Fellowship) being desirable.
If you are passionate about your discipline and want to help shape how the next generation of engineers are educated, we would love to hear from you.
Why join us?
At The University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:
• Generous annual leave: Benefit from a generous holiday package totalling 49 days, combining 36 days of annual leave, 5 festive closure days, and 8 Bank Holidays.
• Award-winning staff networks: Connect, share, and grow in an inclusive community.
• Lifestyle benefits: Discounts on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.
• Health and well-being: Access to private medical insurance, health plans, and fitness discounts.
• Professional development: Opportunities to learn, progress, and achieve your goals.
Ready to Apply?
Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.
Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.
Closing date: Sunday 26th April (23:59 GMT)
Interviews: Will take place on 12/13th May
Job Details
Department
Business & Technology - School of Computer Science & Engineering
Location
Sunderland Campus
Salary
£38,786 to £58,228
Hours per Week
37
Closing Date
Sunday 26 April 2026
Reference
0143-26
