Science City Professor/Reader in MEMS

For more information: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/sciencecity

Overview

Newcastle University is seeking to appoint an individual at Professorial/Readership level who will be able to develop research, teaching and outreach in areas of research relevant to the design, manufacture and testing of Micro Electromechanical Systems (MEMS).

Requirements

Individuals with research interests in either of physical and biological MEMS and microfluidics are encouraged to apply. We wish to appoint a candidate of established or emerging international research leadership status to this post. Candidates should have an established record of research and evidence of international recognition in a relevant area of MEMS, and to have clear research leadership achievements or potential. The post will be located in the School of Mechanical & Systems Engineering, but the person appointed will be expected to collaborate with other groups working on both physical and biological MEMS and to work on any of the campuses within the City as appropriate. The post will be established with an attractive package of support funding and access to outstanding facilities.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have a good track record of high quality research publications and income generation, together with enthusiasm, potential for leadership and communication skills. They will be expected to play an increasing leadership role in their area, developing research, securing funding, advising colleagues and supervising postgraduate students. The appointment will involve some teaching duties (reduced in early years).

Application

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the posts informally with Professor Jim Burdess ([email protected], Tel: +44 191 222 6166), or Dr John Appleby ([email protected], Tel: +44 191 222 6286 – Head of School). Closing date: 28 September 2007 The post is available from 1 January 2008. For further details of how to apply, please visit our website at www.ncl.ac.uk/sciencecity