Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

University of Cumbria - Institute of Engineering, Computing and Advanced Manufacturing

Closing date: 23:59 hours BST on Tuesday 28th April 2026

Hours: Full Time – 37 hours per week

Expected interview date: Tuesday 05 May 2026

We are the University of Cumbria, for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart.

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are reviewing our "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets: People, Place, and Partnerships, to be a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

We are recruiting a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to work alongside the Director of IECAM. You will contribute to the development of a vibrant academic community by delivering high-quality learning. A strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering is essential. You will have (or be committed to obtaining) a relevant HE teaching qualification and may hold a PhD in a related subject. The ability to inspire and engage students from diverse backgrounds is crucial, alongside a commitment to raising aspirations and educational opportunities.

We seek motivated self-starters with a track record of delivering high-quality academic provision in response to employer demand. You will help shape and develop the University’s STEM portfolio, ensuring our courses are evidence-informed, industry-relevant and innovative, while contributing to widening participation and delivering an excellent student experience.

Your initial focus will be on developing the academic offering, rolling out a new BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering in Barrow-in-Furness from 2026 and engaging with employers to shape undergraduate, postgraduate, apprenticeship and CPD programmes.

You will be campus-based in Barrow-in-Furness, with some hybrid working opportunities dictated by business needs, the post is permanent and full-time but may be taken on a part-time or job-share basis.

This role requires satisfactory clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at an enhanced level.

It is desirable, that the successful candidate will be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance due to working with a range of external partners. This covers verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and criminal record declarations. In addition, this role requires a higher level of security vetting, and applicants will typically need to have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK, depending on the level of vetting required, to allow for appropriate background checks to be carried out.

Informal Enquiries: Matt Ryder | Principal Lecturer | matthew.ryder@cumbria.ac.uk

We seek innovative, creative, high-quality researchers and scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates internatonal recognition, respect and engagement.

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package, including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days, professional development support and mentor provision in the first year.

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