Lecturer in Chemical Engineering (Teaching and Research)

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Are you an academic with proven abilities to carry out teaching and research in chemical engineering? Do you have an excellent research record and proven success obtaining funding? Are you passionate about delivering an exceptional student experience in a research-intensive Russell Group University? 

With a vision and drive to develop a prestigious internationally competitive research portfolio as well as a passion for undertaking research-led teaching, you will make a significant impact on the performance, stature and profile of research and student education in the School of Chemical and Process Engineering.

Research within the School is organised into diverse inter-disciplinary themes of Digital Manufacturing and Processes, Materials for a Sustainable Future, Energy Transition and Net Zero. Your research interests should align with existing or emerging research activities in the School, and you will be encouraged to collaborate with colleagues from across and outside the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, to enhance the relevance and impact of the School’s research output.

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

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 Sheng Dai , Head of School (School of Chemical and Process Engineering),

Tel: +44 (0)113 343 0313 or email: [email protected]  

Location:  Leeds – Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences
School/Institute:  School of Chemical & Process Engineering
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:  Monday 18 March 2024
Closing Date:  Sunday 21 April 2024
Interview Date: 
To be confirmed
Reference:  EPSPE1101
Downloads:  Candidate Brief