Lecturer in Mineral Scaling (Teaching and Research)

Are you an experienced researcher and educator looking for your next opportunity? Do you have a strong research background and a vision to build your career in one of the UK’s leading universities? Are you passionate about delivering an exceptional student experience and contributing to our School’s academic excellence? 

We are looking for an outstanding candidate to join our team and contribute to the excellent research and teaching activities in the School of Mechanical Engineering. You will play a key role in the delivery of our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Mechanical Engineering and build research activity complementary to School and University research strengths. 

The recruitment of this post forms part of an ongoing process of investment in the School of Mechanical Engineering that has generated continuing growth in staff and student numbers. As part of this strategy, we are seeking to strengthen our research and education in the area of mineral scaling, particularly in the context of large-scale renewable energy systems. Strong candidates in other application areas are encouraged to apply as well.

You will be able to demonstrate a strong track record of high-quality publications in relevant research areas and have a clear vision of your research direction and how you will develop your research activities through external funding. Joining the School of Mechanical Engineering. 

The School is established as one of the world leaders in Corrosion and Mineral Scaling – with a current grant portfolio over £10M. Your research will contribute to the Institute of Functional Surfaces at the University of Leeds in the area of Mineral Scaling Formation and Mitigation.

You will be passionate about educating the next generation of engineers and research leaders with the ability to deliver high quality student education. You will demonstrate excellent team working skills with an ability to work in a cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary team and possess excellent communication skills. Working in a supportive and successful environment you will contribute to the School’s international research and teaching reputation of the School of Mechanical Engineering.

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Professor Neil W. Bressloff, Head of the School of Mechanical Engineering

Tel: +44 (0) 113 343 6812 or email: N.Bressloff@leeds.ac.uk

Please read the 'How to apply' section in the Candidate Brief on what additional documents to upload as part of your online application. 

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