Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Electrical Propulsion Systems (CT5708R)

The Department of Mechanical Engineeringof the University of Bath is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Electrical Propulsive Systems to conduct high-impact research, provide excellent postgraduate research supervision, and deliver high-quality teaching in Automotive Engineering. The successful applicant will have track record in applied engineering and teaching, with the potential to develop a research portfolio. In particular, the post-holder should have experience (or potential) in research encompassing electrification, battery-thermal management, or electrical machines and drives.

Based at the Department, the Institute of Advanced Automotive Propulsion Systems (IAAPS) is a leading institute for theoretical, experimental and analytical research into powertrain systems in the UK. The team has an excellent track record in delivering industry-relevant projects, and has long established collaborations with industrial partners. Our work covers all of the links in the chain from energy storage to its conversion into mechanical work on board a vehicle. The recently secured £61m investment for a new facility in Bristol and Bath Science Park will deliver significant new test facilities and collaboration space to propel the IAAPS team into a global leading position. Research will play an important role in the vital task of making a cleaner environment. 

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the design of the new MSc for Automotive Engineering with Electrical Propulsion. The successful applicant will be joining a group of colleagues publishing in leading journals and engaging with industrial partners, and would make a significant contribution to research and teaching capacity in the IAAPS. 

Applicant must provide a four-page outline of a potential research grant application and be prepared to discuss this at interview. Typically this application would be aimed at the EPSRC New Investigator Award and it would be expected that the successful lecturer submit this within the first year of the appointment. 

The University of Bath is situated on a modern campus surrounded by attractive countryside overlooking the centre of Bath, a UNESCO-designated World Heritage City, famous for its Georgian architecture, and its annual literature and music festivals. It is a safe and friendly campus with strong student services and excellent sports facilities. Bath is located 100 miles west of London and is easily accessible by air, road and rail. 

The Department of Mechanical Engineering holds Silver Award for Athena SWAN scheme, which promotes gender equality among all disciplines. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. 

The role is offered on a full-time basis (36.5 hours/week).

Informal enquiries about the post may be made to either: 

Professor Gary Lock, Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tel: +44 (0)1225 386854 Email: g.d.lock@bath.ac.uk

or

Dr Marcelle McManus, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tel: +44 (0)1225 386854 Email: M.McManus@bath.ac.uk

Closing Date: 28 Aug 2018
Type: Education & Research