Lecturer / Associate Professor in Communications Engineering and Signal Processing

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Lecturer / Associate Professor in Communications Engineering and Signal Processing

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University College London

Job description

About usThe Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering (EEE) at UCL was established by Professor Sir Ambrose Fleming, inventor of the thermionic valve and hence the founder of the discipline of electronics, in 1885 as the first department of electrical technology in England. That same pioneering tradition of innovation and excellence continues to underpin our work. We push in new directions across research, education and entrepreneurship, building on our long-established links with industry and benefitting from our loyal and supportive alumni community. We are committed to develop individuals and careers, across staff and students, developing and supporting our subject discipline.About the roleThe Department wishes to make an appointment at either Lecturer or Associate Professor level to start from 1st July 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.We seek candidates to join the Information and Communications Engineering Group (ICEG), with a proven track research record in the areas of communications and networking, both wired and wireless. We expect the candidate to contribute the Internet 2050 vision of UCL’s Institute of Communications and Connected systems and join our world leading researchers in contributing to that vision.The primary task of the person appointed will be: to provide intellectual leadership and to conduct a world-class research programme in their area of research.We would expect the candidate to contribute to a range of teaching within the department and the faculty including but not limited to teaching telecommunication networks, programming, computer networking and network security, Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, and/or wireless and mobile system, at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Teaching duties will be assigned by the Head of Department, on the recommendation of the Deputy Head (Education).The person appointed will be responsible for the initiation of new research areas; the participation, coordination or leadership of research consortia involving other academic staff; becoming key partners in new national and international funded collaborations; and managing bids for such funding.About youApplicants should have a PhD or equivalent qualification in electronic engineering or a closely related discipline. We are seeking individuals with experience in the area of data networks (wired or wireless). A demonstrated track record of publications in international journals and conferences relevant to EEE is essential, as well as a demonstrated track record of presenting their work at leading international conferences relevant to EEE. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.Experience of teaching in a university environment is desirable, as well as experience of experimental network and communication links design.Appointment at Lecturer (Grade 8: £51,474 – £60,521 per annum) or Associate Professor (Grade 9: £65,698 – £71,357 per annum) level will be determined by depth of experience and track record. For Grade 9, you will show sustained and repeated contributions to the subject area or body of knowledge, and a sustained publication record, which demonstrates the potential to produce significant contributions to the discipline. You will demonstrate widespread connections across national and/or international subject community, including active collaborations/contact with leading figures in subject area. Experience in developing and delivering new courses is required.Please access the job description document at the bottom of the page to find out more about the requirements for the role.The following is required to be uploaded in your application:

• CV (including a list of major achievements to date)
• Publication list (Starred list of top 5 publications to date with a short description (100 words max) of their significance.)
• Research statement, including consideration of the fit to EEE at UCL
• Teaching statement, including consideration of the fit to EEE given the requirement to teach in the area of communications and networking at UCL

Further details:

• To apply for the role, click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the bottom or top of the page
• Applications close on 30th May at 23:59
• Enquiries regarding the post can be sent to Prof Izzat Darwazeh

. For questions regarding the application process please contact Rebecca Thomas at .What we offerAs well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Visit to find out more.Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionAs London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here :Available documents

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Location

North West London

Job date

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 23:51:37 GMT

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