📋 Job Summary Table of Mechanical Engineering

🔍 Job Description Summary

Imperial College London, ranked among the world’s top ten universities, is hiring six new academic members for its Department of Mechanical Engineering. Roles are open from Lecturer to Professor levels, making this a rare opportunity for candidates at various stages of their academic careers.

You’ll join a department known for its excellence in both research and teaching. Imperial’s Mechanical Engineering department is ranked first in the UK, supported by cutting-edge infrastructure and a dynamic, collaborative academic environment.

🌍 Research and Strategic Priorities

Applicants from all areas of Mechanical Engineering are welcome, particularly those aligning with the department’s strategic priorities:

• 🚗 Future Transport
• 🌱 Sustainable Energy
• 🧬 Healthcare
• 🏭 Advanced Manufacturing
• ⚙️ Advanced Engineering Materials
• 🤖 Robotics
• 🔄 Systems Engineering

The department thrives on solving global engineering challenges through innovation and multidisciplinary collaboration.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

As a successful candidate, you will:

• 🧪 Lead research in your field, contributing to global innovation. Lecturer-level applicants should show strong potential, while senior candidates must already have internationally recognized track records.
• 📚 Deliver high-quality teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, helping shape a new generation of engineers.
• 🤝 Engage externally, fostering collaborations with industry, government, and global academic institutions.
• 🏢 Contribute to department life, supporting a collegial, inclusive, and innovative environment.

✅ Requirements

To be considered, candidates should have:

• 🎓 A PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 📊 A proven or promising track record of research excellence (publications, funding, industry engagement).
• 🧠 Strong teaching commitment, with enthusiasm for educational innovation.
• 👥 A collaborative spirit and leadership potential or experience.

Specializations such as Automation, Dynamics, Machine Learning (applied), Fluid Mechanics, Materials, Tribology, Vibration, and Systems Engineering are highly encouraged.

💼 What Imperial Offers You

• 🏛️ A prestigious role at one of the world’s leading research institutions.
• 🌐 Access to world-class research groups and urban campus facilities in central London.
• 🌍 Opportunities for global impact, industry partnerships, and high-profile engagements.
• 🚀 Support for technology transfer via licensing, consultancy, and spin-outs.
• 🎓 Extensive training and development opportunities.
• 💰 Competitive salary, excellent pension scheme, and family-friendly working policies.

📅 Important Dates and Details

• 🗓️ Application deadline: June 27, 2025
• 🎤 Interviews: Expected in July and September 2025
• 🚪 Start date: Anticipated September/October 2025
• 📍 Work mode: On-site at South Kensington campus
• 🧾 These are permanent, open-ended roles

🌈 Diversity and Inclusion at Imperial

Imperial College London is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). The Mechanical Engineering department:

• Holds a Silver Athena SWAN award
• Is home to a diverse international staff (53%)
• Has an active EDIC Committee
• Encourages applications from underrepresented groups

📮 How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply through the official portal:

👉 Click here to apply

For queries, contact: 📧 me-hr.requests@imperial.ac.uk 📞 support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk for technical assistance

🔗 Explore More from Imperial

• 🌐 About Imperial
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