Job Description

Job number

ENG03626

Faculties

Faculty of Engineering

Departments

Dyson School of Design Engineering

Salary or Salary range

55,144 - 57,472 per annum

Location/campus

South Kensington Campus - On site only

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

26 Aug 2025

Teaching Fellow with expertise in Product Design and Development

About the role

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The Dyson School of Design Engineering is seeking a Teaching Fellow with expertise in Product Design and Development to join its dynamic teaching team.



The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery and ongoing enhancement of our Learning and Teaching (L&T) activities across the MEng in Design Engineering and MSc programmes. This varied role includes teaching, tutoring, module and curriculum development, and supporting student-led projects across a range of modules.

What you would be doing

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Key responsibilities include developing and delivering educational content, tutoring, and mentoring students, contributing to collaborative teaching practices, and managing student progress and module information within virtual learning environments (VLEs).

What we are looking for

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Expertise in Product Design and Development, spanning the full lifecycle from initial concept to validated, market-ready solutions.


The ideal candidate will combine an understanding of design principles, engineering practices, materials, manufacturing processes, and user experience, with knowledge of commercial viability and product strategy. Proficiency in both hardware and software is highly desirable, enabling them to guide students in developing integrated digital-physical prototypes. The candidate will also be responsible for embedding Health & Safety practices and relevant Product Compliance standards into student projects, ensuring a culture of safe and responsible innovation.

What we can offer you

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This is a rare opportunity for you to continue your career at a world-leading institution. Imperial College London offers a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year to full time members of staff - pro rata for part-time members of staff).



In addition to a competitive salary and package of attractive terms and conditions of service, we offer you many more benefits to enjoy, such as career development tailored to your ambitions, an attractive pensions scheme and generous family leave packages.



You can gain access to Imperial's top-tier Educational Development Unit, which offers a wide range of tailored educational development services to meet your needs, and be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

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The role is full-time and a fixed-term contract for 18 months. Subject to available funding, this role may be extended for up to three months.



Please refer to the job description for a full list of responsibilities, and desirable and essential requirements.


Should you require any further details on the role, contact Andrew Brand, Principal Lecturer, via andrew.brand@imperial.ac.uk.


Should you have any queries about the application process, contact Monika Delczyk, Senior Finance and Staff Administrator, via m.delczyk@imperial.ac.uk.


Planned start date: 3rd November 2025

Available documents

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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.



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About Imperial

Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.



Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world's toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.



As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you'll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.



This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you'll join us at Imperial College London.

Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.



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