Newcastle University is seeking a Reader or Professor to lead and shape the new Aerospace Engineering degree within the School of Engineering. The appointee will play a key role in strengthening the School’s profile in aerospace, expanding interdisciplinary partnerships, and supporting the recruitment and mentoring of academic staff.
Key Accountabilities
- Provide academic leadership in aerospace engineering, shaping research direction and contributing to the strategic development of the School.
- Shape and lead a high‑quality, externally funded research programme in aerospace engineering.
- Lead and contribute to interdisciplinary research initiatives across aerospace engineering and related fields, engaging in digital engineering, data‑driven methods, and AI‑enabled systems.
- Build and maintain strategic links with industry, government, and external stakeholders at regional, national, and international levels.
- Develop and lead experimental, computational, or hybrid research and teaching activities, making effective use of available facilities and external infrastructure where appropriate.
- Lead the design and delivery of research‑inspired teaching, including new modules, laboratories and student projects.
- Attract, supervise and mentor doctoral researchers and postdoctoral associates.
- Deliver high‑quality teaching and assessment at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and contribute to programme development, accreditation and academic leadership in education.
The Person – Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- An outstanding research profile commensurate with career stage, evidenced by strong publication record and success in securing research funding.
- Recognition for research excellence and professional standing in an aerospace‑related engineering field, with an emerging or established international reputation.
- Excellent understanding of the academic, industrial and policy landscape relevant to aerospace engineering.
- Experience of developing and delivering high‑quality and innovative teaching across a range of levels.
- Experience of leadership and management in academic or industrial settings, with the ability to motivate, empower and support colleagues in a collaborative and consultative environment.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across the academic unit, faculty and external stakeholders.
- Strategic thinking, with experience of contributing to organisational development and change, ideally within a higher education context.
- Ability to identify and develop new ideas aligned with strategic objectives, and to contribute to their delivery.
- Demonstrated ability to lead or contribute to multidisciplinary initiatives that extend beyond one’s core discipline.
Professor (additional expectations)
- An internationally recognised research leader with a substantial record of publications in leading journals, significant research funding and demonstrable impact.
- A proven ability to lead large‑scale, collaborative research programmes or institutional initiatives.
- A sustained record of academic leadership, including contributions to School, Faculty or national‑level strategy.
Attributes and Behaviour
- Demonstrates self‑awareness, emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity.
- An independent and adaptable thinker who values and encourages diverse perspectives.
- Demonstrates resilience in the context of change and challenge.
- Performance‑oriented, with the ability to set direction, motivate others and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Demonstrates professional integrity and accountability, taking responsibility and upholding University values.
- Evidence of collaborative and influential leadership, with the ability to build strong relationships and contribute to strategic direction.
Qualifications
- A PhD in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field.
- A recognised teaching qualification in Higher Education or equivalent experience (Desirable).
- Membership of a relevant professional engineering institution (Desirable).
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution. We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity, celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are a proud equal‑opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. Newcastle University holds a silver Athena Swan award for good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality and a Race Equality Charter Bronze award for tackling race inequality in higher education. We are a Disability‑Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme. In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 28007
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