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Professor & Academic Lead
Automated Distribution & Manufacturing Centre (ADMC)
£71,460 - £100,883 per annum (pro rota)
About the Role
Nottingham Trent University seek a Professor and Academic Lead of the new Automated Distribution and Manufacturing Centre (ADMC). Due to open in summer 2024, the Centre is a £30m investment and will be a purpose-built multifunctional centre, with space allocated for research and development, new product development and testing, education and skills development, technology showcasing, networking, collaboration and event hosting. It will encompass researchers, engineers and technical specialists and be an international centre of excellence in how industry adopts automation. The investment represents a partnership between the University, established commercial organisations, National and Regional Government, and other education providers. It will follow the established UK model of Catapult Centres, providing an environment for technology innovation and impactful application.
Two teams will be established at the Centre, a core operations team and a research and innovation team. The operations team will be focused on identifying opportunities with tier one logistic and manufacturing companies as well as regional small to medium size enterprises. The research and innovation team will be led by the Professor & Academic Lead and will focus on innovation and emerging technologies. Employed by our School of Science and Technology, the Professor and Academic Lead will establish the research and innovation team in robotics and automation, supporting the adoption, integration and expansion of new automated technologies amongst regional businesses and so improve productivity and competitiveness. The team will also offer skills development to companies and support wider training which the University delivers with West Notts College.
The job of Professor is aligned to one of three career pathways: Teaching and Research; Teaching and Scholarship; or Teaching and Practice. We welcome applicants with a strong profile within the broad discipline and the ability to integrate a range of technologies and systems which could include industrial robotics, corobotic systems, autonomous mobile robots and sensor, actuator integration. Along with building the team, interfacing with senior representatives from businesses, retailers and the scientific community are key elements of the role, and the post holder will be experienced in cross-collaboration and working with senior representatives from industry.
How to Apply
Nottingham Trent University has engaged the services of Anderson Quigley to whom applications should be sent by the closing date of midday, Monday 18 March.
An executive search process is being carried out by Anderson Quigley in addition to the public advertisement.
Should you wish to discuss the role in strict confidence, please contact our advising consultants at Anderson Quigley.
Imogen Wilde on +44(0)7864 652 633 or imogen.wilde@andersonquigley.com;
Ed Pritchard on +44(0)7873 218 380 or ed.pritchard@andersonquigley.com.
Applications should consist of:
• A full CV.
• A covering letter setting out your interest in the role and details of how you match the essential knowledge, skills and experience criteria of the person specification.
• Please include current salary details and the names and addresses of two referees. Referees will not be approached until the final stages and not without prior permission from candidates.
Completed applications should be uploaded at https://andersonquigley.com/job/aq2459
Safe and Inclusive
At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Whilst this role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa for more information.
This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.
