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Appointment detailsSenior Lecturer in Electrical, Electronic and Power Engineering

Closing date

12 September 2013

Ref: R130277

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Contents

About Aston University

Welcome from Professor Robert Berry, the Executive Dean of the School of Engineering & Applied Science

Job description

Person specification

Salary and benefits How to apply and the selection process

Outline terms and conditions

About Aston University

At a time of significant change within the Higher

Education sector, with more emphasis being placed on

widening participation, graduate employment, the

student experience and the impact of research on

society, Aston looks forward to the future with

confidence.

Astons vision is to be the UKs leading University for

business, enterprise and the professions, where

original research has a positive impact on the world

around us. Astons strategy Forward to 2020

describes Aston as a top research-led international

University renowned for developing future leaders of

business and the professions.

We already punch above our weight and have high,

yet realistic, aspirations for 2020 that include:

Ranked within the top 1% of universities in the

world, and consistently in the Top 20 in the UK

In the Top 5 for Graduate Employability in the

UK and Top 40 worldwide

Focussed on the needs of business and the

professions, with all Aston undergraduate

students taking part in integrated work

experience

Carrying out world class research that leads to

the creation of practical and applicable

solutions for the challenges of the future, and

contributes to the development of research

leaders and entrepreneurs

Providing an inspiring, challenge-basededucation for students, equipping them to

develop into global citizens, with the skills,

knowledge and confidence they will need to

achieve their goals and reach their full life

potential

Engaging with our community and city,

recruiting students with talent regardless of

income and background, and partnering with

business, the professions and the public sector

Putting sustainability at the centre of all we do,ensuring that Aston is one of the greenest and

most sustainable of all UK universities, in the

Top 5 of the People and Planet League.

Students are at the heart of everything we do within

Astons small and friendly community in the way we

think and in the way we act. The student experience is

distinctive and unique at Aston because it is built and

lived by students and staff as equal partners in the

relationship. Our students are engaged in all aspectsof their academic and social lives at Aston; our staff

are genuinely interested in their students, their

success and their welfare, and are universally

approachable and friendly.

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Welcome from Professor Robert Berry

Dear applicant

I am delighted that you are considering applying for this position at what is a particularly exciting timefor Aston University, and in particular for the School of Engineering and Applied Science.

The Schools tradition of quality and innovative teaching, and its reputation for cutting edge researchthat is relevant to industry, business and society, offers our staff and students excellent opportunities tojoin in the process of discovery and creativity, and prepare for an increasingly diverse and technologicalworld.

Our scientists and engineers work together with a variety of other professionals in their quest to findsolutions to complex problems. Our research income has grown dramatically over the past five yearswith awards growth trebling and now at a level of over 9M / year and still growing. A particularlyimportant development is the establishment of new substantive Research institutes in photonics (AstonInstitute for Photonics Technology) and in bioenergy (European Bioenergy Research Institute).

Teaching innovation and quality are a vitally important focus. In the School of Engineering and AppliedScience we are inspired by the challenges of providing a vibrant, fulfilling and effective studentexperience, and this is reflected in our attention to teaching innovation; we are particularly proud of ourinnovation in introducing active engineering across our curriculum. We encourage our students tolearn by doing e.g., in multidisciplinary project groups.

It is a very exciting time to be a part of Aston and I look forward to receiving your application and

learning more about how you would contribute the schools continuing success.

Professor Robert BerryExecutive Dean, School of Engineering and Applied Science

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Job description

To contribute to, develop and enhance the teaching and power electronics research activities within the Electrical,

Electronic and Power Engineering group.

Responsibilities

Research

The group has active research in power electronics for power systems. The group works closely with industry and has

research projects with companies such as Western Power Distribution, Tata and Alstom Grid in a range of projects

from LV battery storage power electronics to HVDC. However experience in other related power electronics

applications will be considered. The successful applicant would be expected to:

To pursue an internationally recognised research programme consistent with the research priorities of the School

of Engineering and Applied Science. To publish the outcomes of research in outlets of international standing. To actively seek and secure external research funding to assist with research. To supervise and manage research projects. To supervise postgraduate students at Masters and doctoral levels. To collaborate in research initiatives with colleagues in and beyond the School of Engineering and Applied

Science as appropriate. To develop R&D collaborations with industry partners to secure additional, direct research funding.

Teaching

The group currently lectures foundation degree students from industry (up to 2nd

year undergraduate level) in Power

Engineering, which requires the applicant to have a sound knowledge of electrical engineering principles. Themodules are based around the needs of the power industry and include modules based around distribution,transmission and power system management. Additional developments are underway to offer a new MEng pathway.The successful applicant would be expected:

To introduce and lead innovative courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level within Electrical, Electronicand Power Engineering modules.

To be pro-active in the continuous review and development of the curriculum and programmes, and theirassociated pedagogy.

To be responsible for the design and content of specific areas of teaching and learning within the Schoolsundergraduate and postgraduate Programmes.

To teach undergraduate and postgraduate students, and to carry out the associated examining processes. To provide academic support and advice to undergraduate and postgraduate students.

To promote the use of a range of methods and techniques in teaching, learning and assessment. To engage in the regular evaluation and development of modules for which the Senior Lecturer has responsibility,

in terms of content, delivery and assessment.

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Community Engagement To be involved in activities to raise the regional profile of the Electrical, Electronic and Power Engineering

group

To forge relationships with key local and international bodies To support, and (where applicable) to contribute to Electrical, Electronic and Power Engineerings continuing

professional development programme and activities.

Other related activity and functions To carry out specific School roles and functions as may be reasonably required (e.g. Programme Co-ordinator,

Personal Tutor, Admissions Tutor), these being equitably distributed across the academic staff. To take part in and, on occasion, act as chair of one or more of the School committees, these responsibilities

being equitably distributed across the academic staff. To engage in training programmes in the University (e.g. through Staff Development) which are consistent with the

needs and aspirations of the lecturer and the School. To take part in and manage, if required, staff seminars or more cross-departmental activities, functions and events

such as Open Days, undergraduate and postgraduate recruitment. (These responsibilities to be equitably

distributed across the staff.) To engage in continuous training and development in the University, including Staff Development, and events

consistent with meeting the individuals, Subject Groups and Schools needs and aspirations. To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably requested and that are commensurate with the nature and

grade of the post. To diligently support quality assurance measures within the University (e.g. by reviewing delivered modules

annually, setting and receiving student feedback questionnaires).

Candidates from industry: The group strongly encourages applications from candidates with a purely industrial

background, provided that they can demonstrate compliance with the criteria specified in the Industrial equivalent

columns of the following Person Specifications.

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Person specificationMOA = Method of assessmentApplication Form (AF) Interview (I) Presentation (P)

ESSENTIAL MOA

Academic Industrial equivalent

Education &

Qualifications

A PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field AF

Experience Significant experience ofinitiating and conductingresearch to doctoral level inpower electronics

Significant experience ininitiating and conductingindustrialresearch/design/developmentin power electronics

AF,I

Experience in power electronics research, design anddevelopment and/or power distribution research and design

Experience of publishing ininternational journals

Experience of publishing atconferences and/or awardsof patents

Experience in the supervision

of students and PhDs

Supervision of junior

engineers, graduate recruits

AF,I

Teaching experience inelectrical or powerengineering

Guest lectures, providingcompany training,presentation at conferences

AF,I

Strong industrial partnerships Significant industrialexperience in electricalpower engineering andstrong industrial partnerships

AF,I

Aptitudes and Skills Proven ability to develop andmaintain a researchprogramme and to publish ininternational journals

To have led significantdesign/developmentprogrammes and teams thathave had tangibleengineering outcomes

AF,I

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Proven ability to secureresearch funds from externalsources

Proven ability to secure R/Dfunds from eitherinternal/external sources

AF,I

Ability to lecture toundergraduate andpostgraduate students inrelevant subjects

Ability to present tomanagement and/orcustomers

AF,I

Ability to take part in courseand programme developmentand the design of teachinglaboratories

Ability to prepare customeruser manuals and/or delivertraining courses

I

Ability to provide tutorial andcounselling advice toundergraduate, postgraduatestudents and research staff

Ability to mentor and managejunior and senior members ofstaff

I

Training and

Development

A willingness to undertake further training as appropriate and toadopt new procedures as and when required

I

Willingness to complete a formal teaching qualification where noexisting qualification is held

I

Other Commitment to observing the Universitys Equal Opportunity andsafety policies at all times

I

Ability to attend the University as and when required for scheduledteaching, relevant meetings and student support.

I

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DESIRABLE MOA

Academic Industrial equivalent

Education &

Qualifications

A PhD degree in electrical engineering with a specific focus on

power electronics/ power systems

AF

Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching & Learning in Higher

Education, or equivalent qualification

Membership of relevant professional body AF

Experience Experience of power system protection AF,I

Experience in the supervision

of students and PhDs Teaching experience in

electrical or powerengineering

Aptitudes/Skills Ability to harness IT as a research and teaching tool AF,I

Ability to demonstrate

leadership in research

Ability to demonstrate

management skills

projects, staff and strategy

AF,I

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Salary & benefitsContinuing appointments are offered. The appointment is Grade 10 and the salary range for this grade is 45,941 -53,233 per annum (exceptionally to 69,412).

Holiday entitlement 30 days per annum, in addition to 13 days public and university holidays.

Pension Eligible staff are offered a defined benefit pension with the UniversitySuperannuation Scheme (USS).

Performance related pay In addition to the basic salary, the University operates a PRP scheme. Awards aredetermined on an annual basis.

Relocation Newly-appointed staff are required to establish their homes within reasonable dailytravelling distance to and from the University. The University operates a relocationscheme to assist newly-appointed staff in meeting this requirement.

Visit our website: aston.ac.uk/hr for full details of our salary scales and the benefits Aston University staff enjoy.

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How to apply and the selection process

Please visit our website http://www.aston.ac.uk/jobs for further information and to apply online. If you do not haveaccess to the internet telephone 0121-204-4500 and leave your name and address quoting referencenumber: R130277

Closing date for applications 12 September 2013

Interview date To be Arranged

If you would like information on the progress of your application, advice on any aspect of the appointment process, or

a conversation about our terms and conditions of service, please contact:

Sarah CareyHR Advisor+44 (0) 121 204 4581s.j.carey@aston.ac.uk

Merissa JamesHR Administrator+44 (0) 121 204 4591m.l.james@aston.ac.uk

To discuss the posts informally, please contact Dr Andrew Cross (a.m.cross@aston.ac.uk).

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Outline terms and conditions of the appointmentQualifications Successful candidates will be required to produce evidence of their qualifications

upon joining the University

Medical examination It is a condition of appointment that newly-appointed staff receive medicalclearance from the Universitys Health Centre.

Eligibility to work in the UK Candidates who are not citizens of the United Kingdom, or of another EEA member

country, should ensure that they meet the requirements of one of the 5 tiers of theimmigration points based system.

Candidates should check their eligibility to enter or remain in the UK in advance ofmaking any job application using the points-based calculator on the UK Border &Immigration Agency (UKBA) website. If you do not meet the minimum pointsrequirement, you will not be able to work in the UK and any application foremployment would be unsuccessful.

Document checks As a result of the implementation of sections 15 to 26 of the Immigration, Asylumand Nationality 2006 Act on 29 February 2008, the University requires allprospective and, in some cases, current employees, to provide documentation toverify their eligibility to work in the UK. Further information about theserequirements can be found on the UK Border Agency website.

Equal opportunities Aston University promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We aimto ensure, through our admissions policies for students, and our staff recruitmentand selection processes, that we encourage applications from all groupsrepresented in the wider community at a local, national and international level.

The University will endeavour not to discriminate unfairly or illegally, directly orindirectly, against students or potential students, staff or potential staff. Thiscommitment applies to all functions of the University and to any stage of an

individuals career at Aston.

An Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form is included with the application form.

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Data Protection Act 1998 Your application will only be used to inform the selection process, unless you aresuccessful, in which case it will form the basis of your personal record with theUniversity which will be stored in manual and/or electronic files. Information instatistical form on present and former employees is given to appropriate outsidebodies.

Data you provide on the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form will be included in ageneral database, for statistical monitoring purposes, enabling the University tomonitor the effectiveness of its Policy, Code of Practice and Guidelines on EqualOpportunities in Employment. Individuals will not be identified by name.

Research start up fund fornew academics

Teaching Qualifications

Individuals who have not previously held an academic appointment are eligible fora research start-up fund of 10,000 if laboratory based and 5,000 otherwise (pro

rata for part time), in accordance with the rules of the Universitys scheme. Thisfund must be spent on research activities and must be used within 18 months ofstarting the academic appointment at Aston University. All other academics joiningthe School will receive a start-up fund of 5,000 per year for 2 years.

It is the normal expectation that all teaching staff who are not able to satisfy therequirements of an advanced teaching qualification (such as the Universitys PGCertificate in Professional Practice (PGCPP)) on appointment should be able to doso within two years of appointment. This may be extended to four years inexceptional circumstances or where staff hold part-time posts.

Consultancy: Academic staff (Lecturers, Senior Lecturers, Readers and Professors) are

permitted to use up to 50 days per annum for consultancy activities provided that

the University is safeguarded against conflicts of interest (including IPR),

indemnified against financial risk, fairly reimbursed for the use of any University

facilities and provided that the activities undertaken do not detract from the

contributions to Aston for which he or she is being employed.

The Universitys policy paper Consulting Policy at Aston, is made available tonewly-appointed academic staff during their induction.

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Full details of our terms and conditions of service and associated policies and procedures are available online at

www.aston.ac.uk/hr.

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