Lecturer, Biomedical Engineering (2-Year Contract)

About the role

A 2-year contract position as Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering within the School of Engineering. The role combines teaching and module delivery with industry collaboration, applied research and prototype development.

Key responsibilities

• Take part in developing the curriculum, facilitate student learning, conduct assessments and deliver tasks for Biomedical Engineering modules.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities for collaboration with industry.
• Handle administrative tasks related to course management.
• Work on consultancy projects to stay current in the profession.
• Lead or support applied R&D projects with healthcare institutions and industry partners, covering assistive and rehabilitative technologies, wearable health monitoring, diagnostic devices, AI and data analytics in healthcare, and 3D printing or rapid prototyping for medical applications.
• Develop functional prototypes and demonstrators for teaching, research and clinical validation.
• Support student development in the area of education.

Required profile

• Relevant qualification in Biomedical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of industry experience in engineering design and development and/or manufacturing of medical technologies, including biomedical devices.
• Experience in assistive/rehabilitation technology and/or wearable monitoring devices is advantageous.
• Passion for education and a strong interest in nurturing, teaching and mentoring students.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-driven, independent and ready to work as a team.