Teaching Fellow - Robotics
Overview
The School of Engineering at the University of Southampton is appointing a Teaching Fellow in Robotics within Mechanical Engineering. The post supports the school's new programmes in mechanical engineering and robotics, and the university's triple-helix strategy across several teaching programmes and research groups. The university ranks among the world's top 100 and is one of the UK's top 15 research-intensive institutions, and the School of Engineering is among the largest engineering communities in the UK.
The role is central to running the school's new robotics laboratory. It includes designing and delivering practical robotics laboratory sessions, including work with digital twin software. The school's Technical and Experimental team already provides technical support to laboratories and workshops across design, manufacturing, bioengineering, mechatronics, mechanical engineering and materials.
Requirements
Successful candidates will have substantial technical experience in robotics and robotic equipment, together with experience of working in a teaching environment. They will also have experience coding and controlling robotic systems, including digital twin software. The postholder should be an effective team member who communicates well with students and with stakeholders outside the School of Engineering, and who can design teaching activities within established policies and procedures to solve complex technical problems.
What you get
The post is full time and permanent, with a salary of £36,636 to £44,746 per annum. The university is a Disability Confident employer, holds a silver-level Athena SWAN award, is a signatory to the Technicians Commitment and can offer career development and mentoring. It also offers family-friendly policies and encourages applications for flexible working.
How to apply
Applications are made online by 11.59 pm UK time on the closing date. A job description and person specification are available, and informal enquiries can be made to Professor Richard Wills, the head of department.
Key dates
The closing date is 22 October 2026.