Lecturer in Signal Processing and Autonomous Systems: (Company Name - Subscribers only)

Job Description:

UE08 (£49,250- £60,321 per annum)

School of Engineering, College of Science & Engineering, Electronics and Electrical Engineering Discipline, Institute for Imaging, Data, and Communications (IDCOM)

Open-ended (permanent) contract

Full time: 35 Hours per week

The Opportunity:

The School of Engineering seeks to appoint a Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, or Reader in Signal Processing and Autonomous Systems (commensurate with experience). The successful candidate will undertake teaching duties in Electronics and Electrical Engineering with a specific focus in digital and statistical signal processing, detection and tracking systems and related subject areas. They will also carry out research in signal processing and autonomous systems, and will have demonstrated applications of their research in (but not limited to) one or more of the following domains: a) sensor signal processing and information fusion; b) target detection and tracking using radar, sonar or other modalities; c) signal processing and control systems for robotics and autonomous systems. The successful candidate will join the Institute for Imaging, Data, and Communications (IDCOM) in the School of Engineering at the (Company Name - Subscribers only).

The role is UE08 and is available on a full-time, open-ended contract.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• A reputation in the of signal processing and autonomous systems, (demonstrated by published results from research, publication in peer reviewed journals and appropriate high-calibre conference venues, recognition among research users and/or industry, etc.); specific areas of interest include applications of your research in (but not limited to) one or more of the following domains: a) sensor signal processing and information fusion; b) target detection and tracking using radar, sonar or other modalities; c) signal processing and control systems for robotics and autonomous systems.
• An ability to design effective learning programmes and to effectively deliver integrated curricula and assessment.
• Contribution to attracting external research funding and/or other financial support, including funding from the defence and security sector.
• Excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills and high proficiency in written and oral English language.
• Hold a Doctorate in a STEM related subject, or equivalent.

The successful candidate appointed will conduct research in the area of signal processing and autonomous systems in the Research Institute for Imaging, Data, and Communications (IDCOM) and participate in teaching and administration in Electronics and Electrical Engineering, contributing to the intellectual wealth and collegiate environment of the School of Engineering.

The successful candidate will be a good communicator who is able to inform and enlighten both undergraduate and postgraduate students. You will have a growing research portfolio in signal processing and autonomous systems, providing evidence of collaborative working, attracting external research funding and producing significant outputs.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated skills in supporting and motivating people (students and colleagues) and be able to plan and organise resources effectively. You will have demonstrated the ability to deliver research project results and/or effective learning programmes with high-quality publications, knowledge exchange and innovation built in as appropriate.

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All applications must contain the following supporting documents in the format of one PDF document:

Teaching statement (1-2 pages)

Research statement (2-3 pages)

Full CV and publication list, which should identify the applicant’s 3 most relevant/representative publications

For informal discussion, potential candidates are invited to contact the Head of School, Prof Guangzhao Mao at +44 131 650 5566 or HoS.Eng@ed.ac.uk, Director of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Prof James R. Hopgood at or Head of Institute Prof John Thompson at

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary of UE08 (£49,250- £60,321 per annum)
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our

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Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The (Company Name - Subscribers only) holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our

The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.

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About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.

About the Team:

Engineering has been taught at Edinburgh in one form or another since 1673. In 2002, the present School of Engineering was formed from the previously existing departments of Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Since then, the School has grown from strength to strength, growing rapidly in the last 5 years, now having the largest number of students among the seven Schools in the College of Science and Engineering, offering undergraduate degree programmes across all disciplines and taught Masters courses in niche areas. All of the undergraduate degree programmes are accredited by the relevant professional institutions.

The School of Engineering addresses diverse complex challenges across the entire field of engineering, at the micro- and macro/global scales. At the microscopic scale, its research supports the design and deployment of novel nanotechnology and devices for biological monitoring and medical diagnosis; at the macro/global scale, it optimises the security and sustainability of the built environment and develops engineering solutions to climate change issues. In REF 2021 the joint submission from the (Company Name - Subscribers only) and Heriot-Watt University to General Engineering was ranked 1st in Scotland and 3rd in the UK for quality and breadth of research. The ranking cited is based upon the breadth and quality of research which apply standard formula (as used by the Times Higher Education) to the REF 2021 results.

The School has a strong track record in producing more than 50 technology spin-outs and developing industry links that enable our graduates to build career-long relationships. Current research income in the School was c.£22.0M in 2020/21.

We aim to ensure that our culture and systems support flexible and family-friendly working and recognise and value diversity across all our staff and students. The School has an active programme offering support and professional development for all staff; providing mentoring, training, and networking opportunities.

The School of Engineering holds a bronze Athena SWAN award, in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education & research.

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