Salary range: £46485 - £56921 per annum
FTE: 1.0
Term: Fixed term until 31/01/2027
Closing Date: 10 November 2024

The Scottish Partnership in Energy and Engineering Research (SPEER) is a partnership of 14 Scottish Universities working collaboratively to maximise impact in energy and engineering research and innovation. SPEER works strategically with academia, industry and public sector/government to further build upon and grow Scotland’s energy and engineering research excellence to drive global competitiveness and socio-economic impact. SPEER has recently formed from the integration of two world-class pan-Scottish partnerships; the Scottish Research Partnership in Engineering (SRPe) (www.srpe.ac.uk) and the Energy Technology Partnership (ETP) (www.etp-scotland.ac.uk). The SPEER Engineering Pillar is managed in accordance with the SRPe approach, and the SPEER Energy Pillar in accordance with the ETP approach. Both Energy and Engineering pillars are focused around key themes.

The activities of the SPEER Engineering Strategy are focused around strategic themes aligning the research and innovation strengths of the Scottish universities with the key strategic opportunities for socio-economic impact and growth.

Based at the state-of-the-art Technology & Innovation Centre in Glasgow, the SPEER Deputy Director of Engineering will be a high calibre versatile professional with a wide range of skills who can manage all aspects of SPEER strategic, operational and project delivery. You will work closely with the SPEER Executive Director and manage the day-to-day operational and project delivery of the wider SPEER team. Due to the integrated nature of the partnership, you will work closely with the SPEER Deputy Director (Energy) to identify areas of synergy between the Engineering and Energy Strategies and develop joint initiatives. You will collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders from across a number of organisations spanning academia, industry and public sector, including at senior/executive level.

Your main activities and responsibilities will be across the full range of engineering focused SPEER activities, including management and oversight of partnership-wide SPEER funded initiatives and programmes; design, development and delivery of strategic investment cases, strategic initiatives/programmes, collaborative proposals and workshops; identifying and developing new collaborations with academia, industry and public sector, horizon scanning, identification and monitoring of collaborative funding opportunities; organisation and delivery of conferences, events and workshops; marketing and communications; management and coordination of early career researcher skills development/training initiatives; budget management and financial reporting; project delivery and progress tracking; development of databases, and day-to-day operational management and supervision of the SPEER executive office team.

To be considered for the role you must be educated to a minimum of degree level in a relevant discipline, or with equivalent relevant experience within the higher education, public or industry sectors. You will have extensive experience across stakeholder management, cross-sectoral collaborative strategic proposal / investment case development and workshop delivery, marketing and communications, conference and events management, strategic initiative and collaborative project development and delivery, project management and project performance monitoring, financial management and general operational delivery management and staff supervision, ideally within an industry facing higher education collaborative research environment.

In addition to having excellent interpersonal, organisational & planning, management, communication and IT skills, you must have the versatility and drive to embrace new challenges. Many aspects of delivery will be non-prescriptive and you must be able to operate proactively with a high degree of flexibility, and with a high level of motivation and personal initiative.

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Salary range: £46,485 - £49,250 per annum
FTE: 1
Term: Fixed Term until 31 January 2027
Closing Date: 10 November 2024

The Scottish Partnership in Energy and Engineering Research (SPEER) is a partnership of 14 Scottish Universities working collaboratively to maximise impact in energy and engineering research and innovation. SPEER works strategically with academia, industry and public sector/government to further build upon and grow Scotland’s energy and engineering research excellence to drive global competitiveness and socio-economic impact. SPEER has recently formed from the integration of two world-class pan-Scottish partnerships; the Scottish Research Partnership in Engineering (SRPe) (www.srpe.ac.uk) and the Energy Technology Partnership (ETP) (www.etp-scotland.ac.uk). The SPEER Engineering Pillar is managed in accordance with the SRPe approach, and the SPEER Energy Pillar in accordance with the ETP approach. Both Energy and Engineering pillars are focused around key themes.

The activities of the SPEER Energy Pillar are focused around a broad spectrum of low-carbon Energy Themes, aligning the research and innovation strengths of the Scottish universities with the key strategic opportunities for socio-economic impact and growth.

Based at the state-of-the-art Technology & Innovation Centre in Glasgow, the SPEER Deputy Director of Energy will be a high calibre versatile professional with a wide range of skills who can manage all aspects of SPEER strategic, operational and project delivery. You will work closely with the SPEER Executive Director and manage the day-to-day operational and project delivery of the wider SPEER team. Due to the integrated nature of the partnership, you will work closely with the SPEER Deputy Director (Engineering) to identify areas of synergy between the Engineering and Energy Strategies and develop joint initiatives. You will collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders from across a number of organisations spanning academia, industry and public sector, including at senior/executive level.

Your main activities and responsibilities will be across the full range of engineering focused SPEER activities, including management and oversight of partnership-wide SPEER funded initiatives and programmes; design, development and delivery of strategic investment cases, strategic initiatives/programmes, collaborative proposals and workshops; identifying and developing new collaborations with academia, industry and public sector, horizon scanning, identification and monitoring of collaborative funding opportunities; organisation and delivery of conferences, events and workshops; marketing and communications; management and coordination of early career researcher skills development/training initiatives; budget management and financial reporting; project delivery and progress tracking; development of databases, and day-to-day operational management and supervision of the SPEER executive office team.

To be considered for the role you must be educated to a minimum of degree level in a relevant discipline, or with equivalent relevant experience within the higher education, public or industry sectors. You will have extensive experience across stakeholder management, cross-sectoral collaborative strategic proposal / investment case development and workshop delivery, marketing and communications, conference and events management, strategic initiative and collaborative project development and delivery, project management and project performance monitoring, financial management and general operational delivery management and staff supervision, ideally within an industry facing higher education collaborative research environment.

In addition to having excellent interpersonal, organisational & planning, management, communication and IT skills, you must have the versatility and drive to embrace new challenges. Many aspects of delivery will be non-prescriptive and you must be able to operate proactively with a high degree of flexibility, and with a high level of motivation and personal initiative.

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Salary: Lecturer £45,585 - £56,021, Senior Lecturer £57,696 - £64,914, Reader £66,857 - £70,918
FTE: 2 X1.0
Term: Open-ended
Closing Date: 2 August 2024

The Department of Design, Manufacturing and Engineering Management (DMEM) is an internationally leading department, Delivering Total Engineering for responsible and sustainable futures. We seek to appoint two positions as Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Reader in Supply Chain Engineering Management. These posts are part of a wider talent and thought leader recruitment strategy. In the UK, a Lecturer is tenured and at Assistant Professor level, a Senior Lecturer is tenured and at Associate Professorship level, and a Reader position is tenured and at next level following an Associate Professorship, equivalent to a promoted Professorship as it is, for example, termed in Sweden.

We are part of the Faculty of Engineering in the University of Strathclyde, our vision is bold and ground breaking, placing us amongst the world’s leading international technological universities. The University is situated in the heart of Glasgow, with an international community including 22,000 students and more than 3,000 staff from 100 countries. Strathclyde is ‘the place of useful learning’ and is recognised internationally for its close working relationships with businesses and its partnerships with industry, government and industry.

We are proud of our well-established collaborations with academic and industrial partners. With more than 150 staff including the technical specialist centre, more than 100 Postgraduate Research (PGR) students both PhD and EngD, and more than 650 students from over 30 nations, we are a vibrant, international community.
Are you passionate about working on global challenge and societal transitions, including sustainability, healthcare, food systems, or manufacturing systems?
The position is aimed at research leaders who have a technical background, e.g. in operations and production engineering or related disciplines bridging to business and social sciences. Engineering Management is a core area and one of the three main pillars that DMEM is founded on and critical to it being a unique Department in the UK with a rising number of students registering for associated programmes.

You will thrive on theory-driven and empirically-validated research excellence, learning and teaching with and for engineering leaders of the future. In addition to research and teaching, there are also opportunities for career progression through industrial engagement / knowledge exchange tracks.
Operations and production management or engineering supply chain management expertise plays a vital role across the Department’s key activities of research, teaching and knowledge exchange.

You must have research experience and interests consistent with the strategic direction of the Department, Faculty and University and you will have experience of research leadership, including support of senior researchers in a University or industrial environment and management of research teams/projects/programmes. You will have extensive experience of delivering high quality teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate students including experience of developing and managing large teaching programmes and you will have experience of PhD/EngD research project supervision in Higher Education.

You will have an outstanding/sustained track record of published research in high quality publications demonstrating standards of excellence, with an international reputation. You will have an outstanding/substantial track record of securing research funding through relevant successful collaborative research grant applications and you will have an established national/international reputation as an expert and leader within Supply Chain Engineering Management. You will be an excellent educator and mentor and will show leadership in identifying key research questions and attracting funding support. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong people skills and an ability to operate as part of a team.

Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Professor Anja Maier, Head of Department (anja.maier@strath.ac.uk).

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Grade UE06: £32,982 – £38,205 per annum
College of Science & Engineering/School of Engineering
Full-time: 35 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 09:00-17:00)
Fixed-term: for 12 months


The Opportunity:

The School of Engineering is seeking to appoint a versatile and experienced Engineering Technician to join its skilled Technical Services team of over 40 technical staff. The appointee will be primarily responsible for delivery of technical services and support to the huge variety of research activity within the School, particularly related to the Institute of Energy Systems. The post-holder will contribute to the safe and efficient running of laboratory and workshop areas, including through routine servicing and maintenance of equipment, Health & Safety implementation within labs and workshops, and the transfer of knowledge and practical skills to undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as staff (including, technicians and modern apprentices).



The School’s mechanical workshops support teaching and research, as well as the activities of student innovation groups (including, FormulaStudent, HypED and endeavour). Equipment in the workshops includes: fibre laser cutter, hydraulic guillotine, CNC press brake, vertical panel saw, band saw, MIG and TIG plants, CNC plasma cutter, jigging tables, micro-TIG, handheld plasma cutter, conventional and CNC machines (lathes and mills) and printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing. The successful candidate should therefore demonstrate good H&S awareness and familiarity with H&S documentation (e.g., risk assessments, COSHH). It is not expected for the post holder to be familiar with all of the equipment and apparatus listed above, but they should be eager and willing to learn. An interest in knowledge transfer and the Continuous Professional Development of themselves and others would be beneficial.



With extensive work experience in a mechanical manufacturing or process engineering environment and with qualifications in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., recognised apprenticeship, S/NVQ, O/HNC or equivalent) the post holder will have proven technical abilities. Given the scope of the role, a varied skillset is desirable which might include: fabrication, thermal joining, pipe fitting, machining, analytical instrumentation and technical drawing/CAD skills.



The role is customer facing and the School is a diverse and international community of staff and students. The post holder will therefore have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a strong commitment to service delivery.



This is a full-time, offered for 12 months on a fixed-term basis.



The School of Engineering is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility and we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates from under-represented groups. Please contact Sally Morgan (SoE Technical Services Manager; tsm@eng.ed.ac.uk) if you would like to discuss the role informally.



A full list of main responsibilities and the knowledge, skills and experience required for the role can be found in the full job description below.



Your skills and attributes for success:

Passion for engineering
Excellent practical skills and experience
Proven technical fault-finding and problem solving skills
Good understanding of health & safety regulations and procedures in a laboratory/workshop environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills


Applicants should include a cover letter, explaining how they fulfil each of the essential criteria listed under ‘Knowledge, skills and experience’, and an up-to-date CV with their application.

The School of Science and Engineering has a wide range of engineering laboratories and workshops which support teaching in Biomedical, Civil, Mechanical, and Industrial Engineering and Physics.

We are recruiting for an exceptional individual to join us as a Engineering Technical Manager within our Team. The Engineering Technical Manager is a vital role as part of the School Senior Professional Services Team with responsibility for the provision and delivery of high-quality technical services, laboratory management, and operational support for education, industrial engagement, and research activities within the School.

With responsibility across multiple buildings and supporting multiple academic disciplines they take responsibility for leading the highest standards of technical service to academic staff and students, the role holder will proactively identify ways to improve service to meet day-to-day changing demands in a complex laboratory environment. This post is critical with regards to service delivery across our engineering technical services and will manage operational budgets and resources to meet key strategic objectives for the school.

Your priorities will include:

• Provide leadership and management of a large team of technical staff including on-going coaching, training and mentoring, managing objectives, activities, and critical timelines to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Lead the team to support students undertaking practical work, laboratory practical activities and research projects in Physics and Engineering Disciplines.
• Continually look for ways to streamline engineering technical services and operations to ensure delivery of fit- for-purpose and robust services for staff and students.

Who we're looking for:

• Knowledge and understanding of the key issues facing higher education in Scotland and how they relate to the University.
• Technical expertise in engineering and/or laboratory settings.
• Knowledge of industry standards, good practice, and legislation in relation to managing engineering operations
• Excellent liaison skills, with the ability to manage complex relationships with a wide range of individuals (including senior staff) within the University and externally.
• Leadership ability and versatile interpersonal skills to support and build cohesive teams.

We are one of the UK's leading universities - internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Conveniently located on the banks of River Tay, our main city-centre campus is at the heart of Dundee - an up-and- coming, friendly, compact and affordable city with a rich heritage in design and technology. We also have campuses at Ninewells Hospital and in Kirkcaldy which are easily accessible via local transport links.

To further discuss the details of this post, informal inquires may be made to Rebecca Leiper, School Manager r.f.leiper@dundee.ac.uk

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

The School of Science & Engineering (SSEN) at the University of Dundee delivers research and education across a range of STEM disciplines. Our mission is to be globally renowned for the development of innovation and technology that will deliver a more equitable, inclusive and sustainable future.

Biomedical Engineering is committed to delivering the next generation of medical diagnostic and treatment technologies and protocols. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees including co-delivery of a large Joint Educational Programme in Biomedical Engineering with North-Eastern University, China.

Research in Biomedical Engineering is focussed through the Centre for Medical Engineering & Technology (CMET). CMET is a joint initiative between the Schools of Science & Engineering, and Medicine. It brings together anatomists, clinicians, engineers, physicists, and surgeons to develop world-leading research and knowledge exchange.

The Professor of Biomedical Engineering will be a key appointment for the School, providing strategic leadership for the discipline. This Chair will take the role of Head of Discipline (three years in the first instance). They will be expected to further strengthen and expand collaboration between Biomedical Engineering and key clinical partners in NHS Tayside and in the School of Medicine. Heads of Discipline in SSEN work alongside the School Executive Group to form the Senior Management Group for the School.

Your priorities will include:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to solidify Biomedical Engineering as a leader for stakeholder- oriented education, research, and knowledge exchange


• Nurture a student and staff community in which people can thrive, and innovation and excellence can flourish


• Develop existing and foster new relationships with national and international partners


• Deliver an outstanding contribution to research activities at the highest level

Who we're looking for:

• An outstanding track record in research including successful PhD supervision, impactful research outputs of internationally excellent quality, and significant external funding


• Evidence of the successful leadership and organisation of learning and teaching activities across a programme

that provides students with integrated, translational learning experiences

• Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively with others including clinicians with a track record of senior leadership across discipline boundaries

University of Dundee is one of the UK's leading universities, internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Our purpose is to transform lives, locally and globally, which we do as a community of staff and students working together.

For further information about this position please contact Professor Fordyce Davidson, f.a.davidson@dundee.ac.uk

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for staff and undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter ,and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

Salary: £36,024 - £44,263
FTE: 1 (35 hours/week)
Term: Fixed Term (9 months)
Closing Date: 14 June 2024

The department seeks to appoint a Teaching Associate in Geotechnical Engineering (maternity cover) to support the development and delivery of a growing portfolio of undergraduate programmes for both full-time and Graduate Apprentice students. You will have extensive knowledge of Geotechnical Engineering and ability to teach this subject to a high standard at undergraduate or postgraduate level and experience in research or teaching lab environment (preferred).

This position is based in the department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, a dynamic department, with a friendly and active teaching and research culture. The Department has seen considerable success in all aspects of academia, and we are ambitious to continue this upward trajectory. We receive consistently high feedback on UG and PGT teaching quality and we are ranked in the UK top 5 for Civil Engineering (The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2023). Our department has a diverse range of high standard teaching programs ranging from full time degree programs, to distance learning such as our Graduate Apprenticeship.

You will have the ability to use your expertise in geotechnical engineering to deliver high quality teaching in this subject. You will have excellent communication skills, an ability to work as part of a team, and have the attributes of an academic mentor. Preferably, you will have experience in lab based geotechnical projects.

The post is expected to start no earlier than 2 September 2024.

Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Stella Pytharouli, Reader (stella.pytharouli@strath.ac.uk/ 0141 548 3168).

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The School of Science & Engineering (SSEN) at the University of Dundee delivers research and education across a range of STEM disciplines. Our mission is to be globally renowned for the development of innovation and technology that will deliver a more equitable, inclusive and sustainable future.

Biomedical Engineering is committed to delivering the next generation of medical diagnostic and treatment technologies and protocols. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees including co-delivery of a Joint Educational Programme (JEP) in Biomedical Engineering with North-Eastern University, China.

Research in Biomedical Engineering is focussed through the Centre for Medical Engineering & Technology (CMET). CMET is a joint initiative between the Schools of Science & Engineering, and Medicine. It brings together anatomists, clinicians, engineers, physicists, and surgeons to develop world-leading research and knowledge exchange.

The Lecturer/Senior Lecturer will be a key appointment for the School, providing strategic input to the discipline. The role holder will be expected to assist with the development and delivery of our teaching programmes including the JEP. Moreover, they will be expected to further strengthen and expand collaboration between Biomedical Engineering and key clinical partners in NHS Tayside and in the School of Medicine.

Your priorities will include:

• Publish research outputs that meet the highest standards of excellence in terms of originality, significance and rigour, and present work at national and international conferences


• Attract and supervise doctoral students


• Instigate and nurture appropriate opportunities to participate in interdisciplinary research and knowledge exchange with other academic or industrial partners


• Carry out teaching and supervision at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level


• Identify and engage with opportunities to further integrate industrial experiences, applied learning, and interdisciplinary connections into curriculum design

Who we're looking for:

• A PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Physics or closely related subject


• An outstanding track record in research (including successful PhD supervision - Grade 9), impactful research outputs of internationally excellent quality, and external funding commensurate to with level of experience


• Evidence of the successful delivery and organisation of learning and teaching activities that provides students

with integrated, translational learning experiences

• Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively with others including clinicians

University of Dundee is one of the UK's leading universities, internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Our purpose is to transform lives, locally and globally, which we do as a community of staff and students working together.

For further information about this position please contact [Professor Fordyce Davidson, f.a.davidson@dundee.ac.uk

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for staff and undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter ,and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

The School of Science and Engineering has an international reputation for excellent teaching and topical research, particularly in addressing global challenges in energy, the environment, health care, technology, forensic science and infrastructure. The school has a wide range of engineering laboratories across Biomedical Systems, Construction & Structural, Fluid Mechanics, Geotechnical, Manufacturing, Physics, and Mechatronics. The facilities support education as well as fundamental and applied research through to large-scale testing, as well as external service testing and consultancy.

The Engineering Technician role is an essential part of the School's Engineering Technical Team, delivering high-quality technical provision and operational support. Working closely with our Technical Support Specialists the role supports innovative teaching to our students (UG, PGT and PGR) and world-leading research in our Engineering and Physics Disciplines.

Your priorities will include:

• Applying engineering skills and knowledge to find creative and pragmatic solutions to practical problems.


• Assisting in the organisation, delivery, and support of practical classes, laboratories, and group project work supporting great student experience on our engineering courses


• Contributing to the manufacture, commissioning, operation and maintenance of equipment supporting

funded research and industrial engagement as well as education activities.

Who we're looking for:

• Technical aptitude and practiced problem-solving technique working with engineering and/or scientific equipment.


• Experience of acting as a point of contact for technical queries and an ability to balance competing demands and prioritise effectively.


• Experience and/or Engineering qualification(s) such as apprenticeship, HNC, or HND in fields such as electronics, construction, mechanical engineering, or manufacturing.

We are one of the UK's leading universities, internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Our purpose is to transform lives, locally and globally, which we do as a community of staff (Professional Services and academic Schools), students and alumni. Professional Services directorates are key to delivering the University strategy and driving change across the University.

For further information about this position please contact Rebecca Leiper (School Manager, r.f.leiper@dundee.ac.uk).

To find out more about the School of Science and Engineering please visit dundee.ac.uk/science-engineering.

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

The School of Science & Engineering (SSEN) at the University of Dundee delivers research and education across a range of STEM disciplines. Our mission is to be globally renowned for the development of innovation and technology that will deliver a more equitable, inclusive and sustainable future.

Biomedical Engineering is committed to delivering the next generation of medical diagnostic and treatment technologies and protocols. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees including co-delivery of a large Joint Educational Programme in Biomedical Engineering with North-Eastern University, China.

Research in Biomedical Engineering is focussed through the Centre for Medical Engineering & Technology (CMET). CMET is a joint initiative between the Schools of Science & Engineering, and Medicine. It brings together anatomists, clinicians, engineers, physicists, and surgeons to develop world-leading research and knowledge exchange.

The Professor of Biomedical Engineering will be a key appointment for the School, providing strategic leadership for the discipline. This Chair will take the role of Head of Discipline (three years in the first instance). They will be expected to further strengthen and expand collaboration between Biomedical Engineering and key clinical partners in NHS Tayside and in the School of Medicine. Heads of Discipline in SSEN work alongside the School Executive Group to form the Senior Management Group for the School.

Your priorities will include:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to solidify Biomedical Engineering as a leader for stakeholder- oriented education, research, and knowledge exchange


• Nurture a student and staff community in which people can thrive, and innovation and excellence can flourish


• Develop existing and foster new relationships with national and international partners


• Deliver an outstanding contribution to research activities at the highest level

Who we're looking for:

• An outstanding track record in research including successful PhD supervision, impactful research outputs of internationally excellent quality, and significant external funding


• Evidence of the successful leadership and organisation of learning and teaching activities across a programme

that provides students with integrated, translational learning experiences

• Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively with others including clinicians with a track record of senior leadership across discipline boundaries

University of Dundee is one of the UK's leading universities, internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Our purpose is to transform lives, locally and globally, which we do as a community of staff and students working together.

For further information about this position please contact Professor Fordyce Davidson, f.a.davidson@dundee.ac.uk

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for staff and undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter ,and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

Carry out servicing & repairs to a wide range of fork lift trucks & mechanical handling
equipment. Experience of engines & hydraulics required and basic electrics. Full driving licence essential. Company vehicle provided. Ability to communicate with customers.

We are looking for candidates with a strong track record in teaching and research, with a clear plan that articulates with and enhances our existing activities in the Centre for Medical Engineering & Technology, which is an interdisciplinary academic space between the School of Medicine and the School of Science & Engineering.

Candidates' research plans should align with one or more of the following areas: Biomedical Imaging & Image-Guided Intervention, Cardiovascular Engineering, Medical Instrumentation & Robotics. The successful candidate will contribute to our teaching of Biomedical Engineering to the Joint Education Partnership with North-Eastern University, China.

Your priorities will include:

• To carry out teaching and supervision at undergraduate or postgraduate level, including contributing to curriculum design and enhancement of the student learning experience. A commitment to international travel is required for this post; it is expected that there will be one or two trips to China each year, each of which will be between two and four weeks duration
• To publish research outputs that meet the highest standards of excellence in terms of originality, significance and rigour
• To develop appropriate opportunities to participate in interdisciplinary research and knowledge exchange with other academic or industrial partners

Whom we're looking for:

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Physics or a closely related subject
• Clear evidence of learning and teaching competence, commensurate with the grade
• Evidence of research of internationally excellent quality, including securing external research funding, commensurate with grade
• Ambitious research plans that are aligned to the Centre's research strategy and will be competitive for UK or international funding streams, and/or for industrial funding mechanisms

In order to support our planned growth, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Technical Director to join our Fire Engineering Department within our Building Safety Business Unit. This role could be based from several of our key locations and can be worked flexibly with a mix of office and home-based working and the option to adjust start/finish times.

Our Fire Engineering teams provide clients with cost-effective and bespoke solutions for the full range of fire safety design in different sectors.

What does the role involve?

You will be working across a variety of projects as part of a wider team based in the UK with the opportunity to collaborate with other Sweco business areas and on international projects. This role will suit somebody with significant design consultancy experience and posessing a recognised fire safety engineering qualification with a recognised track record in delivery of projects from design through to construction and completion.

As part of this role, you will sit within a wider technical excellence team where the focus is on the technical oversight and delivery of projects, albeit candidates with strong business acumen and line management are welcomed.

The main responsibilities of the role include:

Developing Fire Safety Strategies during Design and Construction stages.
Preparing technical engineering analysis using relevant guidance documents and methods i.e. prescriptive and performance based.
Carrying out site visits when required.
Attending internal and external meetings.
Preparing fee proposals.
Supporting the team in developing technical knowledge.
Overseeing and managing projects from inception to completion.
Liaising with clients on a daily basis.
Reviewing and authorising work done by others.
To be successful in this role you’ll possess:

Experience working in a similar role with extensive experience in fire safety engineering.
A proven background in fire safety engineering with an excellent understanding of fire engineered solutions
Good problem solving/contingency planning skills with ability to find quick, innovative and practical solutions
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt your style to suit difference audiences.
Excellent consultancy, communication and relationship management skills.
Experience of delivering across a multi-site organisation.
A bachelor's or master's degree in Fire Engineering.
Full membership with the IFE (Institution of Fire Engineers) and working towards or have achieved chartership status via IFE.
What’s in it for you?

You’ll experience an inclusive, friendly and flexible working environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow and develop. A meaningful job where you’ll help to transform society by being a trusted consultant to our clients.

If you believe you have the skill set required, are keen to join a business with genuine opportunities for career progression, then we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s transform society together at Sweco.com/careers

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Are you a subject matter expertise in the field of validation, including Process Validation, Equipment Validation, Test Method Validation, and Non-Product Software Validation? If you have a comprehensive understanding of process design and engineering principles, incorporating production processes and controls, including current best practices we would be keen to speak with you!

We are looking for a Process Engineering Manager to join a global rapid diagnostics testing business in Dundee.

You will be responsible for providing leadership and subject matter expertise to support design, installation and qualification of new equipment and processes in accordance with site quality standards.

This position is offered as a contract opportunity, with the potential to turn into a permanent position.

Responsibilities:

• Delivers business-critical capital projects, including process engineering/design/improvement initiatives to drive capacity and productivity improvements
• Develops near-term and long-range plans to identify opportunities for process improvements, new capital equipment and systems, aligning to site strategy for growth with a focus on increasing capacity, improving productivity, reducing costs and protecting the business from equipment/system obsolescence
• Leadership role within in EHS and compliance on-site; delivering safe and compliant equipment, and qualification/validation
• Representing the Operations group in audits (e.g., Quality, Compliance, EHS)
• Balance competing priorities and meet the needs of Operations, Facilities/Engineering, QA, and R&D, ensuring site resources are used effectively, and key site objectives progress within time and budget constraints
• Effective use of all available Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), metrics, and reporting forums to direct focus and attention towards on-time delivery and problem-solving on a daily basis
• Identify opportunities for improvement and areas of risk mitigation to enact strategies which safeguard the business by maintaining state-of-the-art standards in the fields of process, equipment, and systems in accordance with all EHS, Quality, Compliance, and Regulatory requirements.
• Subject matter expertise to the site the fields of process design/improvement, Process Validation, Equipment Validation, Test Method Validation, and Non-Product Software Validation
• Recruits, develops, motivates and disciplines employees to ensure that the Process Engineering group is staffed by individuals of such calibre that can achieve site objectives
• Cultivates Talent Management Reviews and interfaces with the wider Operations Talent Management Review, to ensure employee engagement and development
• Acts as a depute/delegate for Senior Operations Manager

Experience & Qualifications:

• Undergraduate/bachelor's degree in a Life or Biological Science, or Engineering discipline
• Accredited to at least Six Sigma Yellow Belt level
• Background in Operations leadership with excellent communication skills
• Understanding of process design and engineering principles, incorporating production processes and controls, including current best practices
• Subject matter expertise in the field of validation, including Process Validation, Equipment Validation, Test Method Validation, and Non-Product Software Validation
• Demonstrated ability to lead group activities; acting as a facilitator and providing training and upskilling for others
• An understanding of and ability to apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) analyses and techniques with the ability to interpret these analyses and translate to key actionable insights
• The ability to manage and control project budgets
• An appreciation for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) processes, including costs and how to influence them
• An understanding of Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) and Change Control principles with the ability to process records within the respective databases/systems
• Expertise in and ability to support/facilitate use of state-of-the-art Root Cause Analysis (RCA) tools, including 5-Whys, A3/DMAIC, AID interviews
• Understanding of risk analysis principles, and capability to lead and support Risk Assessments, Risk Management/Control exercises, and Failure Mode Effect Analyses (FMEA)

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Advert

We are looking for an individual to join our team on major UK construction projects as a site-based Project Manager starting on
projects in Scotland, reporting directly to the Contracts Manager and Contract Director. Working in a team, the successful
candidate will support the management and delivery of civil engineering projects. You will be working within a flexible
organisation where self-motivated and practical problem solvers will thrive. We will help you develop your knowledge and
experience further, by providing plenty of exposure to a variety of matters in a supportive working environment.




Key responsibilities include:



* Management of the Works Managers, Site Agents, Quality Manager and site Engineers on the project. These roles will report
directly to the Project Manager.
* Ensuring a “safety first” attitude underpins all operations undertaken for the Company to ensure the health and safety of the
company’s personnel and any other people working or visiting site.
* Ensuring all activities are completed safely in compliance with the company’s health and safety policies and procedures.
* Ensuring any environmental protection matters are identified and implement the mitigating procedures and systems where
appropriate.
* Ensuring company procedures and systems on quality, health & safety and the environment are implemented and complied with on
site.
* Preparing quality, environmental and H&S construction plans in a timely manner.
* Liaise with and maintain existing joint venture and client relationships.
* Planning, measuring, monitoring and reviewing the progress of the contract throughout the project lifespan and ensuring
compliance with project budgets and programme.
* Managing and ensuring the project delivery team to ensure there are adequate plant, labour and subcontract resources available
in a timely manner to comply with project timescales.
* Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications and ensuring the accurate construction of the works in accordance with
client requirements.
* Ensuring the timely procurement and payment of suppliers and subcontractors in accordance with company procedures and
monitoring and reporting their performance, including financial, throughout the project.
* Preparing and submitting weekly reports on progress for inclusion in the project’s financial CVRs and forecasts to completion.
* Identifying potential problem areas, and financial impact, in sufficient time to ensure adequate provisions have been made
within forecast accounts.
* Implementing solutions to resolve operational issues arising on a project.
* Actively resolve contractual issues with both clients and suppliers while also maintaining a good relationship.
* Ensuring the timely submission of interim and final accounts and releases of retentions and performance bonds with associated
completion certificates.
* Mentoring and guidance for your team and operatives to fully develop their construction competencies.



What we are looking for



* Degree or HND in Civil Engineering
* Demonstrable experience of working as a Project Manager within the civil engineering construction industry preferably on large
windfarm and earthworks projects.
* Experience in Design & Build Contracts
* Understanding and experience in NEC4 Contracts
* Strong computer literacy and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Project 2000, Project Costing Software,
* Good commercial awareness with effective influencing and negotiating skills, as well as an aptitude to develop emerging and new
client relationships.
* Experience of managing and mentoring site agent and engineers.
* Excellent knowledge of current civil engineering legislation as well as Health & Safety and Environmental legislation.
* Highly developed professional communication and negotiation skills, including writing and presentation of reports, preparing
business management documents, and presenting information in meetings with clients and other parties.
* The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
* The ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in both mathematical or diagrammatic form and deal with
several abstract and concrete variables.
* Demonstrable ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines supported by strong organisational skills.
* Excellent communicator, both written and oral, with the ability to adapt communication style to suit different circumstances.
* Full UK Driving Licence and a willingness to travel and work at UK based sites is also required.



More generally, you will need to be committed, reliable, flexible both in terms of UK travel (and staying away overnight where
required) and range of tasks performed and possess a good team-working ethic.



Benefits



* Competitive salary
* Discretionary Project Performance Bonus
* Company Vehicle/Car Allowance
* Company contributing pension scheme subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays