Senior Lecturer in Data Engineering

Position Title:

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer – Data Centre Networks

School/Department: School of Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering (EEME)
Location: University of Bristol, UK
Contract Type: Open-ended (permanent)
Work Pattern: Full-time (flexible/part-time arrangements may be considered)
Grade & Salary:

• Grade J: £43,482 - £50,253

• Grade K: £50,253 - £58,225

• Grade L: £59,966 - £67,468
  (Grade will be determined based on skills, qualifications, and experience)

Closing Date: 23:59 UK time, Sunday 19 April 2026
Interview Date: Friday 22 May 2026

Role Overview

• Conduct high-quality research in data centre networks and optical fibre communications, including securing research funding and leading projects with real-world applications.

• Contribute to the Smart Internet Lab and align research with Bristol Digital Futures Institute (BDFI) priorities in transformative digital technologies.

• Develop and teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervise student projects, and mentor early-career researchers.

• Collaborate with academic and industry partners, contributing to the strategic direction of the School.

• Promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of teaching, research, and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead innovative, impactful research in data centre networks and optical communications.

• Supervise student projects, including undergraduates, postgraduates, and early-career researchers.

• Secure funding and establish partnerships with industry and academic collaborators.

• Contribute to curriculum development and delivery of high-quality, student-centred teaching.

• Participate in School and University service, including strategy, outreach, and mentorship.

Qualifications & Experience

• Essential: PhD (or equivalent experience) in optical communications, electrical/electronic engineering, physics, or related field.

• Strong research track record in optical fibre communications and data centre networks.

• Commitment to high-quality, student-centred teaching and curriculum innovation.

• Ability to secure research funding and build industrial/academic collaborations.

Desirable: Experience contributing to an inclusive academic community, and ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.

Additional Information

• Informal queries: Prof Wladek Forysiak, wladek.forysiak@bristol.ac.uk

• Faculty blog for more information: Engineering Staff Blog

• The University of Bristol values diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups, including people of colour, LGBT+, and disabled individuals.

• Athena Swan Silver recognition for gender equality in STEM fields.

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