The Role
We seek to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer with expertise in Robotics to join the Department of Electrical, Electronic and Robotic Engineering, based at our dedicated engineering campus at Roehampton Vale. The postholder will contribute to the delivery, development and enhancement of teaching across the robotics engineering and AI provision within the department’s undergraduate and postgraduate portfolio as well as undertake research within this field. Key areas of teaching include robot modelling, motion planning, biologically inspired robotics, digital systems design and mechanical design. The role will include module leadership, project supervision, curriculum development, and contribution to student achievement and academic quality. The successful candidate will join a growing, forward-looking department with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, industry relevance, and Future Skills.
The Person
The successful candidate will be an effective communicator and will hold a PhD in Robotics or a related discipline, with a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, student achievement and research within this area. They will demonstrate a sound knowledge of core robotics engineering subjects and substantial practical experience of working with robotic hardware platforms and associated software tools. Experience of student support and project supervision is expected, together with the ability to contribute to academic quality and wider departmental activity. For appointment at Senior Lecturer level, candidates should also demonstrate a broader contribution to leadership, programme development and scholarly or professional activity. Strong organisational, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and a commitment to inclusive, practice-led and industry-informed engineering education, are essential.
The Faculty
There are few faculties across the UK university landscape as varied in their scope as the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment (ECE). We teach and research across a wide range of subjects, allowing for real cross-discipline innovation and creativity. Our lecturers are experts – working at the forefront of their fields and actively engaged in research so they can bring advanced knowledge to their teaching.
There are few faculties across the UK university landscape as varied in their scope as the Faculty of Engineering, Computing & the Environment (ECE). We teach and research across a wide range of subjects, allowing for real cross-discipline innovation and creativity. Our lecturers are experts – working at the forefront of their fields and actively engaged in research so they can bring advanced knowledge to their teaching. Our state-of-the-art facilities include specialist in electrical, electronic and robotics engineering, flight simulators, a rocket lab, a public outreach centre, a specialist virtual reality centre, renewable energy lab, as well as an advanced design studio. For future scientists and engineers, this combines to create the ultimate real-life space for practical learning. For academic professionals, this all adds up to a truly vibrant, exciting environment in one of the largest and most diverse STEM faculties in the sector. The University was awarded a TEF Gold Award, for its excellence in education provision – to which the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment contributed significantly.
Further information
This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £45,925 per annum for a Lecturer and £51,163 per annum for a Senior Lecturer, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.
In person interviews are expected to be held on 9 December 2026.
For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Kevin Munisami, Head of the Department of Electrical, Electronic and Robotic Engineering.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
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