Job description

Are you an ambitious researcher and educator looking to inspire the next generation of aerospace engineers while advancing world-class research?

We have an exciting opportunity in the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering for a dedicated academic to join our top-ranked Aerospace programme. As a Lecturer, you will strengthen our capability through world-leading teaching, cutting-edge research, and impactful industry collaboration.

The Role

In this permanent role, you will contribute fully as a teacher, researcher, and leader, fulfilling the requirements of the University’s Academic Career Pathway Framework. You will be responsible for designing and delivering high-quality, research-led learning materials for undergraduate and postgraduate students, while establishing an independent, collaborative research programme.

Your daily activities will include:

• Conducting high-quality personal research and securing varied sources of funding.
• Disseminating research findings through high-quality, peer-reviewed publications and conferences.
• Attracting and providing effective supervision to PhD students and research staff.
• Delivering engaging lectures, preparing student assessments, and providing timely feedback.
• Acting as a personal tutor to provide vital pastoral support.
• Participating in external academic and industrial networks to foster regional and national collaboration.

Who We Are Looking For

You will hold a PhD (or be near completion) in a relevant area related to Aerospace Engineering, alongside a strong record of publishing high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals.

We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with expertise in:

• Propulsion and launch systems, with a particular interest in rocketry.
• Space systems engineering (including resilient in-orbit technologies).

We also welcome applications from candidates working in complementary areas where there is a clear fit with the School’s strategic priorities. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, a supportive team player, and possess the leadership skills required to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment. Experience in preparing grant applications and working in industry are highly desirable.

What We Offer

The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a fantastic range of benefits:

• A minimum of 41 days annual leave (including bank holidays and closure days).
• Generous pension scheme and reward discounts.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
• A commitment to your professional development through mentoring and Academic Career Pathways.
• Extensive family-friendly policies, including support for parenting and caring emergencies.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching, and student experience.

Apply now to become part of something special.