Overview
Job Title: Lecturer in Structures and Materials
Application Closing Date: Tuesday, 25 August 2026
School of Architecture Building and Civil Engineering Full time, open ended The School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering is one of the largest centres for built environment education in the UK. We bring together outstanding facilities, superb teaching, world leading research and excellent colleagues. We currently rank 1st in the UK for Architecture and 1st in the UK for Building (Complete University Guide 2027). What we’re looking for a Lecturer in Structures and Materials Successful candidates will have a sustained and continuing record of excellence which has contributed to the furtherance of knowledge in this discipline and which is recognised in a well-established and high-profile international reputation. Evidence of significant academic leadership and a PhD, or equivalent research experience, are also essential. The successful applicant will contribute to the development and delivery of teaching (in structures, materials and geotechnics) and research in this discipline to enhance the School’s existing work. The appointment will be on a full time, open-ended contract and the salary will be on Grade 7 (£47,389 to £56,535 per annum) at a starting salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. The School welcomes applications from a wide range of backgrounds and in particular from under-represented groups, as we seek to continually increase diversity within our School. For informal enquiries, please contact Ana Blanco Alvarez at A.Blanco-Alvarez@lboro.ac.uk For full details please refer to theJob Description and Person Specification. Closing date: 25 August 2026 Our Benefits At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include: Time off – generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme. Where you work – access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Financial wellbeing – competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities. Support for you and those close to you – through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options. Health and wellbeing – discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support. Travel and sustainability – access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting. Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.
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