AssistantAssociate Professor in Architectural Engineering
AssistantAssociate Professor in Architectural Engineering
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Directorate:The School of Energy Geoscience Infrastructure and Society
Grade:Grade/ Grade
Contract Type:Full Time 1FTE) Open Ended
Rewards and Benefits: 33 days annual leave plus 9 buildings closed days (and Christmas Eve when it falls on a weekday) for all full time staff. Use our total rewards calculator: to see the value of benefits provided by HeriotWatt University
Detailed Description
The School of Energy Geoscience Infrastructure and Society (EGIS) is looking to recruit an Assistant/Associate Professor in Architectural Engineering on a Teaching and Research or Teaching and Scholarship contract to work at our Edinburgh campus. The Architectural Engineering teaching team delivers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Scotland Dubai and online.
We are particularly encouraging applications from candidate with a growing international recognitionand expertise in any one of the following areas:
- Building services technology and design
- Lighting and electrical services
- Water supply and drainage
- Ventilation and airconditioning
- Sustainable/low carbon building design
In addition to the above any of the computational and data analysis skills are also relevant. These skills include:
Programming Skills: Proficiency in building design and analysis software such as IES EnergyPlus HEVACOMP and programming languages such as Python MATLAB for data analysis and modelling.
Statistical Analysis: Understanding statistical methods for data analysis and interpretation.
Numerical Modelling: Proficiency in using numerical modelling tools for solving complex engineering problems.
Applications are encouraged from academics with an established reputation in their field demonstrating an excellent career in research and/or educational achievements. Contributing to leadership and collaborative working skills to continue to build on their success and supporting the development of the EGIS team creating new and future opportunities for the School and University.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The postholder will be required to:
Teaching/Pioneering Education:
- Design develop and deliver undergraduate/postgraduate modules in Architectural Engineering.
- Incorporate opportunities for practical experience through internships research projects and industry placements.
- Develop innovative teaching methods and materials that engage students and enhance their learning experience.
- Supervise student projects by providing guidance to students in their research projects theses and dissertations.
- Provide academic and career advice to students (Mentoring students).
- Assess student learning through the development and provision of assessments for evaluating student performance.
- Use appropriate teaching learning support and assessment methods. At Heriot Watt this includes use of Canvas VLE block teaching lecturetheatrebased recordings and meeting our policies of anonymous marking online feedback etc.
- Contribute to curriculum development by participating in curriculum review and development processes.
Research (T&R track only)
- Conduct original research by designing and executing research projects often in collaboration with other researchers or external partners.
- Publish research findings by sharing research outcomes through peerreviewed articles conference papers and books.
- Secure research funding by actively seeking funding sources such as government grants industry partnerships or donations.
- Mentor research students by supervising graduate students postdoctoral researchers and undergraduate research assistants.
- Collaborate with educational institutions industry and government by engaging with external stakeholders to address realworld challenges relating to low carbon buildings and to inform learning and teaching strategy.
Service:
- Serve on committees by participating in departmental faculty and university committees.
- Review research papers and grant proposals
- Engage in outreach activities (e.g. public lectures workshops and community engagement initiatives).
- Promote the field by representing the university and the field of Architectural Engineering at conferences workshops and other events.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Handle administrative duties such as course scheduling student advising and grant reporting.
- Stay up to date with the latest advancements in the field through conferences workshops and continuing education.
- Build and maintain relationships with colleagues researchers and industry professionals.
Thesuccessfulcandidate willbebasedatourEdinburghcampus in the UK but occasional visits to other campuses may be required on a need encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
Education Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate should have:
- The relevant experience to engage and innovate in our Architectural Engineering degree programmes
- The drive and commitment to contribute to the expansion of our successful programmes.
- Track record of research funding and publications or evidence of developing and applying innovative and appropriate teaching approaches
- the ambition to build a worldclass academic group and have the experience to supervise PhD students and postdoctoral researchers.
Essential Criteria
- A strong background in engineering (mechanical electrical architectural/building services environmental)
- A PhD in a relevant built environment related field
- Track record of research with internationally recognised publications (teaching and research track only)
- Track record of winning research funding (teaching and research track only)
- Skills to deliver innovative teaching within the discipline as well as effectively supervise MSc students
- Excellent interpersonal and teamworking skills
- Track record of managing a team of PhD students to successful completion of their research studies and postdoctoral researchers to successful completion of their research project (teaching and research track only)
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of working with industry
- Track record of delivering innovations in teaching and research
- Membership of appropriate professional and/or academic societies
- Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy
- Ability to operate at the crossdisciplinary boundaries of construction and related fields
About Heriot Watt University
HeriotWatt University has established a reputation for worldclass teaching and leadingedge relevant research which has made it one of the top UK universities for innovation business and industry.
HeriotWatt University has five campuses: three in the UK (Edinburgh Scottish Borders and Orkney) one in Dubai and one in Malaysia. The University offers a highly distinctive range of degree programmes in the specialist areas of science engineering design business and languages. HeriotWatt is also Scotlands most international university boasting the largest international student cohort.
The School of Energy Geoscience Infrastructure and Society
The School of Energy Geoscience Infrastructure and Society is one of the UKs leading institutions for multidisciplinary research and teaching in areas critical to economic development and societal equity. We aim to attain excellence in the teaching of the core disciplines that contribute to a sustainable resource and energy efficient society and are committed to undertaking high value high impact research and knowledge transfer in topics of relevance to global challenges.
Energy Geoscience Infrastructure and Society HeriotWatt University
Institute of Sustainable Built Environment
The Institute of Sustainable Built Environment (ISBE) undertakes multidisciplinary research in the areas of Architectural Engineering Construction Management Quantity Surveying and Civil and Structural Engineering and many others. Further information can be obtained at ISBE.
Its an exciting time to be joining HWU over our 200year history we have driven forward our ethos of providing an education for all and are very proud of our 5 campus locations in three countries as well as our online offerings we are the most diverse and international University in the UK.
The School of Energy Geoscience Infrastructure and Society has an Athena SWAN Bronze Award and is committed to its equality charter which includes having a diverse and inclusive workforce and to offering equality of opportunity to all.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted up to midnight (UK time) on Wednesday 30th April 2025.
Applications should be made using the HeriotWatt University online recruitment system and should include: 1 Cover letter indicating your interest and suitability for the post; 2 Up to date CV 3 An outline of your research and teaching plans 4 List of Publications.
At Heriot Watt we are passionate about our values and look to them to connect our people globally and to help us collaborate and celebrate our success through working together. Our research programmes can deliver real world impact which is achieved through the diversity of our international community and the recognition of creative talent that connects our global team.
Our flourishing community will give you the freedom to challenge and to bring your enterprising mind and to help our partners with solutions that can be applied now and in the future. Join us and Heriot Watt will provide you with a platform to thrive and work in a way that also helps you live your life in balance with wellbeing and inclusiveness at the heart of our global community.
HeriotWattUniversity is committed to securing equality of opportunity in employment and to the creation of an environment in which individuals are selected trained promoted appraised and otherwise treated on the sole basis of their relevant merits and abilities. Equality and diversity are all about maximising potential and creating a culture of inclusion for all.
HeriotWattUniversity values diversity across our University community and welcomes applications from all sectors of society particularly from underrepresented groups. For more information please see our website also our awardwinning work in Disability Inclusive Science Careers welcome and will consider flexible working patterns e.g. parttime working and job share options.
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