Teaching Fellow in Engineering Design and Experimentation
Join the University of Leicester’s School of Engineering to teach and mentor students in design, experimentation, and engineering fundamentals.
Best for:Best for experienced educators with a PhD in Engineering or related Physical Sciences, or equivalent industrial/educational experience, seeking a permanent academic role focused on teaching and mentorship.
Overview
This permanent position at the University of Leicester’s School of Engineering seeks a Teaching Fellow to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate engineering education. The role involves designing and teaching lectures, labs, workshops, and tutorials in engineering design, experimentation, and management, while supervising student projects and providing mentorship. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum content, contribute to module leadership, and foster industrially relevant skills in students. The position is ideal for educators with a strong engineering background and experience in teaching or mentoring.
What you'll do
- Plan and deliver lectures, laboratory classes, workshops, and tutorials in engineering design, experimentation, and engineering fundamentals for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Supervise student design and research projects, providing guidance and mentorship.
- Develop and update curriculum content, teaching materials, and assessment strategies.
- Act as a personal tutor, offering academic and career support to students.
- Collaborate with colleagues on module leadership, scholarship, quality assurance, and outreach initiatives.
- Provide effective assessment and feedback to students, ensuring a high-quality learning experience.
- Engage in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and stay current in engineering education practices.
Requirements
Degree required: Good first degree in Engineering or a relevant Physical Science, or an HNC/HND meeting the academic requirements for registration to at least Incorporated Engineer standard. PhD in Engineering or related field, or equivalent relevant industrial or educational experience in engineering management, hardware design, or experimental techniques.
Language: English; proficiency at a level suitable for university teaching and student interaction.
Instruction: English
- Proven experience in preparing and delivering teaching, training, or mentoring in an academic or industrial engineering environment.
- Ability to teach at university or equivalent professional level, including supervising projects and mentoring design activities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective student interaction.
- Experience in higher education or professional engineering settings.
- Practical manufacturing experience or knowledge of engineering management techniques.
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
- Equivalent experience may be considered for candidates without a PhD.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-18
Applicants should submit their CV, cover letter, and any relevant teaching or research documentation through the University of Leicester’s online application portal. Ensure your application highlights your teaching experience, engineering background, and alignment with the role’s responsibilities.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Proof of degree qualifications (e.g., transcripts)
- Evidence of teaching experience or mentorship (e.g., teaching statements, student evaluations)
Contact
James Jewkes· Informal enquiries contact
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