Job Description

This is an exciting time to join the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics (SECaM) as the 63 million Babbage Building creates the state-of-the-art space for inspiring research and teaching, and enables multidisciplinary collaborations.



SECaM is a welcoming and inspiring place to work and study. SECaM is part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering and includes the subject areas of civil and coastal engineering, computer science, electrical and electronic engineering and robotics, mathematical sciences, mechanical, marine and materials engineering, and navigation and maritime science. We are a collaborative and interdisciplinary community of world-leading academics and researchers focused on the advancement of knowledge and the creation of innovative solutions that have a positive impact on society. We have an extensive portfolio of research from offshore renewable energy, marine and maritime technologies, coastal engineering and robotics to maritime cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and data science. With many internationally recognised experts, our teaching staff are passionate about providing an innovative and inspiring learning experience.

About the role

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Marine Engineering to enhance and strengthen our research and teaching capacities in the areas of marine and maritime engineering. You will lead teaching in marine engineering, particularly in the theoretical aspects of marine systems and prime movers and you will be expected to contribute to the teaching of thermodynamics and thermal engineering across our suite of undergraduate and postgraduate engineering programmes. You may be required to take part in internationalisation activities (including overseas teaching delivery opportunities) and widening participation activities. As such, you should have experience of providing high quality teaching at these levels.



You will take an active approach to interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary teaching and research collaborations and will be able to demonstrate external collaborations with the potential for generating impacts.



For more information on School of Engineering Computing and Mathematics please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools



Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.



The successful candidate may be required to obtain an ATAS Certificate prior to this research being undertaken.



For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr Md Jahir Rizvi : by email at mdjahir.rizvi@plymouth.ac.uk

What we're looking for

You should hold a PhD in a relevant engineering discipline or significant industrial experience, ideally with Chartered Engineer status. You should be able to demonstrate a strong track record of producing high-quality outputs, and, ideally, provide evidence of attracting funding to support your work.



For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.

About us

The School holds an Athena Swan Silver award that demonstrates our ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all. Women and members of other currently underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.



The School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.

Application Process

Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.



Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.

Anticipated Interview Date:

Week commencing Monday 24 November 2025

Our Offer

When joining us, you will receive:

Generous annual leave

: 35 Days Annual Leave

plus

Bank Holidays & Closure Days Generous pension scheme Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Development opportunities Enhanced family leave Flexible working Retailer discounts On-site nursery

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

Additional Information

The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.