Job Description

Overview

Lecturer in Civil Engineering at Buckinghamshire New University, High Wycombe. This is a full-time permanent role with a salary of £38,784 – £43,482.

We are seeking a Lecturer in Civil Engineering with research expertise in structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, and transport engineering. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality teaching, research, and knowledge exchange, ensuring an excellent student learning experience, in alignment with the University’s DRIVE values.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments you may require. The University is a Disability Confident employer and supports Race Equality Charter commitments.

Closing Date: 02 November 2025; Interview Date: 13 November 2025. For information about eligibility to work in the UK, please refer to the application process.

Contact: Professor Sabuj Mallik, Head of School of Engineering and the Built Environment, sabuj.mallik@bnu.ac.uk.

Location: High Wycombe and travel to other campuses as required.

Salary: £38,784 – £43,482 per annum. Job type: Full-time, Permanent.

Job description and further details are used in alignment with our Academic Charter and Career Pathways.

For more information about benefits and the role, please view the full posting on our careers site.

Equal opportunities: BNU is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and to building a university community where everyone can thrive.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a first-class student experience and undertake impactful research and knowledge exchange activities.
• Practice an inclusive approach and support building an inclusive university community where people can be themselves.
• Contribute to knowledge through refereed conference outputs and peer-reviewed publications; embed research within teaching and curriculum; contribute to research impact.
• Undertake research with external partners, communities, professional bodies and/or employers; contribute to REF and KEF and internal/external research strategies.
• Undertake research-informed teaching, manage curriculum delivery and quality, and contribute to innovative pedagogy and digital learning.
• Deliver tutoring, pastoral support, and placements/internships; engage with professional bodies and employers to enhance student outcomes.
• Participate in funded educational projects as required; provide effective feedback and guidance to students.
• Engage in professional development, Open Days, partnerships, and public engagement activities.
• Contribute to income generation and to an inclusive teaching and learning culture.

Qualifications & Experience

• PhD in Civil Engineering or a related field; evidence of expertise in structural analysis and design, soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and transportation systems.
• Experience in teaching, curriculum development, and student supervision; Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or membership with ICE, IStructE, or CIHT is advantageous.
• Growing research profile with publications and potential for securing funding; experience in supervising research and mentoring students.
• Ability to collaborate with industry partners and engage in research-led teaching; strong communication and teamwork skills.

Skills & Requirements

• Excellent presentation and teaching delivery skills; digitally able and proficient with MS tools.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to work across multiple campuses; willingness to travel as required.
• A willingness to work in off-site locations and across all University campuses; available for Open Days (may include Saturdays).
• Be prepared to deliver a micro-teach as part of the interview process.

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum, plus bank holidays and closure days)
• Hybrid working (dependent on business needs)
• Training and development opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme
• Discounted gym membership and staff discounts with major retailers

Other

• Comply with statutory requirements and university policies (Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR, Health and Safety, UKVI, Equality and Diversity).
• Other duties as required.