Appointment of a Research FellowThe faculty The Faculty of Science and Engineering is the focus of teaching, research and social and economic engagement in mathematical sciences, computing, engineering, built environment, environmental and earth sciences, pharmacy, and natural and life sciences in the University of Brighton. The faculty, headed by Professor Andrew Lloyd as Dean, offers an extensive range of professionally accredited undergraduate and postgraduate courses across the fields of mathematics, computing, engineering, product design technology, construction, geology, geography, land-based studies, pharmacy, and biological, biomedical, environmental, chemical and pharmaceutical sciences. These courses are underpinned by national and internationally recognised research in the fields of pharmaceutical and biomedical science, automotive engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, nuclear physics, earth and environmental sciences and built environment. The faculty has major national and international collaborations and has a regional role in supporting local business and industry through placements, short courses, contract research, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and consultancy. Based on the Moulsecoomb Campus, the faculty has over 3600 undergraduate and postgraduate students, 110 research students supported by a team of some 160 academic staff, 60 technical staff and 45 administrative staff within the Schools of Computing, Engineering & Mathematics, Environment & Technology, and Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences. Teaching & Learning Many of the courses offered by the faculty provide education and training in preparation for entry to the relevant construction, surveying, engineering, health and scientific professions and are accredited by the appropriate professional bodies. The professional standards of the faculty are reflected by the granting of full accreditation by the relevant professional institutions (ABE, BCS, CIOB, ICE, IET, IMechE, IStructE, RICS, IBMS, RPSGB). The faculty is increasing its involvement in the continuing professional development area, both in the university and in the workplace. The Faculty also offers a wide range of work-related undergraduate Foundation Degrees at local Partner Colleges. In addition to offering undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses, it provides opportunities to undertake research training to doctoral level across all subject disciplines. Research The faculty has a very strong commitment to the development of research across all subject disciplines resulting over recent years in the establishment of world-class research in biomedical sciences, computer science, automotive engineering and geosciences. The faculty embraces many scientific and technological disciplines and offers a wide range of appropriate research opportunities which benefit learning and teaching, staff development, and to the wider academic, industrial postgraduate research training. scholarship and consultancy across a wide range of subject disciplines: mechanical engineering. government agencies. product design. Against this background the faculty seeks to maintain a sustainable academic portfolio which integrates research. The co-location of the faculty on a single site provides a vibrant research community for the support of staff and students. industry and other stakeholders. computing and information systems. The Centre for Collaboration & Partnership also hosts STEM Sussex which provides a focus for supporting enrichment and enhancement of STEM subjects within schools through partnerships. engages in teaching. This research excellence is recognised through significant funding from research councils. electrical and electronic engineering. Social and Economic Engagement The faculty also has a strong commitment to social and economic engagement through the development of collaborative partnerships with industrial. national and international partners. augmented through collaboration with other academic institutions. mathematical sciences and information management.and healthcare communities. Each School focuses on a number of specialist research themes supported by extensive research facilities. innovative and creative graduates and postgraduates. research. student volunteering. industry and charities both nationally and internationally.brighton. The new school will seek to build on existing reputations for both excellence in teaching and learning across these disciplines and producing highly employable. . Engineering and Mathematics was formed in August 2010 from the merger of the former Division of Engineering & Product Design within the School of Environment & Technology and the School of Computing. local authorities and industry and continual improvement in performance in Research Assessment Exercises. The school. charities. social and economic engagement and long-term partnerships with partner colleges and other regional. EU Grant Support. universities. The faculty’s Centre for Collaboration & Partnership incorporates one of the UK's most successful KTP (Knowledge Transfer Partnership) offices and provides Masters level Continuous Professional Development (CPD). governmental and healthcare organisations. government agencies. Further information is available at http://www. education for sustainable development and the development of sociogeographic and sustainable technology research. based on the Moulsecoomb campus. co-ordinate industrial placements and oversees knowledge and technology transfer to industry and business in the South East. undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Mathematical & Information Sciences.uk/scieng/ The school The School of Computing. digital media.ac. the school provides statistics support for researchers across the university.brighton.Applied Mathematics UoA 23 . We also contribute to the delivery of courses located in other schools in the university. including courses at partner colleges and at the Hastings campus. Department of Heath.00 3.00 4* 0 0 15 5 10 3* 45 15 40 65 30 2* 45 45 35 25 35 1* 5 35 10 5 20 U/C 5 5 0 0 5 UoA 19 . in a variety of ways. Engineering & Product Design. UoA FTE Category A Staff Submitted 1.The school offers a range of courses at postgraduate. broadly defined. Further details are available on the School website www. including bespoke courses. Information Management and Mathematical Sciences.00 4.Computer Science and Informatics UoA 28 . Staff within the school are actively engaged in Knowledge Transfer Partnerships with Small-to-Medium Sized Enterprises in the region . Economic and Social Engagement The school engages with industry.Library and Information Management Research in the new school is presently organised around the following research centres and groups: • • • • • • • • • Sir Harry Ricardo Research Centre Nuclear Physics Research Group Computational Intelligence Computational Mathematics ICT and Cultural Heritage Interactive Technologies Natural Language Technology Social Informatics Visual Modelling In addition.70 7.ac. Research Staff in the school were submitted to five units of assessment in RAE 2008. Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering UoA 37 . Our courses are accredited by a number of different professional bodies. There are consultancy groups specialising in applying statistics and in the usability of software design. to a variety of clients.Mechanical. ESRC. TSB. The school delivers a number of short courses. the school currently comprises four divisions: Computing.Physics UoA 21 .00 9. Organisationally. including collaboration on a number of funded research projects. undergraduate and sub-degree level.uk/cem/. STFC. the European Union and industry. which obtained the following profiles. The research is funded from a range of sources including EPSRC. The role will normally require a level of research knowledge. holidays and other benefits between them proportionate to the hours each works. When applying as a job sharer please indicate this at the top of page 3 on the application form. consultancy and other partnership activities. The Job You will be a key member of a specialist team engaged in research on the collaborative project entitled ‘Molecular dynamics simulation of complex molecules using quantum-chemical potentials: application to modelling fuel droplets’. if a post is to be operated as a job share there must be at least two suitable applicants who wish to share the job. taking into account quantum mechanical effects. However.uk/ktp/) and in the Community University Partnership Programme (www. Potential job sharers do not have to apply with a partner. planning and managing of research projects in consultation with a Principal Investigator.brighton. kinetic and hydrodynamics levels. If you are interested in appointment on a job share basis. pay.brighton. If you have indicated that you would be willing to take up the position on a full-time basis then the normal recruitment procedure will be followed. Research Fellows may also be expected to contribute to the teaching and/or consultancy activities in order to ensure continuous development of knowledge in the subject area. skill and experience equivalent to PhD. Job Sharing The University of Brighton welcomes job sharers. neither can be appointed unless an alternative potential job sharer has been shortlisted.uk/cupp/). Job sharing is a way of working where two people share one full-time job. A job share appointment will only be made if it has been demonstrated that both shortlisted applicants can do the job to the required standards and within a working pattern of hours that is agreeable to all parties. taking into account quantum-mechanical effects. The project is supported by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and is focused on the development of analytical and numerical models for molecular heat and mass transfer. dividing the work. Competence in analytical and numerical modelling of heat and mass transfer and evaporation/condensation at molecular dynamics. The school actively encourages all staff to become involved in research.ac. please contact the Personnel Department for a copy of the university's policy. staff are expected to be involved in the developing. developing a publication record and learning to generate funding and supervise less experienced researchers.ac. thereby increasing access to a wide range of jobs on a part-time basis. We will need to know if you are applying with a job share partner and the name of that person. responsibilities.(www. At Research Fellow level (AC2). procedure and guidelines for job sharing. . and the related processes is essential. Alternatively staff in the Personnel Department will be happy to answer any queries you may have. If one applicant is unsuitable. Also if the post is fulltime but open to job sharers it would be useful if you could indicate whether you would be interested in the post on a full-time basis if no suitable partner can be found. e. use new research techniques and methods. up to date breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes and evidence of commitment to engage in continuous professional development. • • • • A good (1 or 2:1) degree in quantum chemistry. analyse and interpret research data and draw conclusions on the outcomes. agree and largely self-manage research and administrative activities.g. initially with the assistance of a mentor if required. Knowledge and Qualifications It is expected that the criteria below regarding knowledge and qualifications will be met by the successful candidate. Good oral and written communication skills in English Sufficient. and attend and contribute to relevant meetings. ethical and quality assurance guidelines. work with colleagues on joint proposals as required. for funding and accreditation purposes.The role will involve the following range of activities: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • develop research objectives and proposals for their own or joint research. liaise with colleagues and students. join external networks to share information and identify potential sources of funds. A postgraduate qualification/PhD or an equivalent level of professional experience. contribute to the supervision and mentoring of research students and make some contribution to the teaching. develop new ones and extend the research portfolio. continually update knowledge and understanding in the field. build internal contacts and participate in internal networks to exchange information and form relationships for future collaboration. plan and manage own research activity and use of resources in collaboration with others and help to plan and implement third stream commercial and consultancy activities. prepare proposals and applications to external bodies. contribute to writing up research work for publication or dissemination of research findings including presenting at conferences and/or other appropriate events. and contribute to collaborative decision-making in areas of research. ensuring own research is undertaken according to governance. conduct individual and collaborative research projects. . identify areas of research and generate ideas associated with research. collaborate with academic colleagues on areas of shared research interest. tutoring and learning programmes in the school. and translate knowledge of advances in the subject area into research activity. Competence in analytical and numerical modelling of molecular heat and mass transfer and evaporation/condensation. academic content and issues relating to student need. would be thirty-seven.140 per annum. The university must pay salaries through the BACS system. Personnel. The nature of research posts is such that staff are expected to work such hours as are reasonably necessary in order to fulfil their duties and responsibilities.• • • Understanding of equality of opportunity. Staff in the Registry. A reasonable norm for full-time staff. The VRU also offers a co-ordinated central service to advise and assist university research staff applying for grants from UK Research Councils.brighton. regulations. Professional development The Virtual Research Unit (VRU) organises a wide range of workshops covering all aspects of researcher development including research degree supervision. which ranges from £31. They cannot be paid by cheque. Competent IT skills and ideally effective use of IT for teaching and learning. having regard to the contractual position of other senior staff in the institution. Should it subsequently be decided to fill the post on a permanent basis. however. thermodynamics and related processes. Business Services. the European Commission. It would therefore be inappropriate to define the total hours to be worked in any week. Hours of work This post is full-time. Contribution to teaching and learning programmes in the school should not exceed six hours in any week. Salaries are paid monthly in arrears through the BACS System directly into the bank or building society account of each member of staff. the NHS and similar external bodies including advice and guidance on application procedures. staffing. The VRU's website on the university's intranet offers a wide range of helpful information on all aspects of research. costing and protection of intellectual property. See http://staffcentral. together with experience in developing CFD codes.uk/vru/ . taking into account the quantum mechanical effects.ac. intellectual property and negotiations and contracts. writing successful bids for funding. research methodology. The salary will be in accordance with the Research Fellow (AC2) grade. It will therefore be important to supply account details in order to ensure prompt payment.948 to £38. Finance. Strategic Planning and Marketing & Communications have joined forces to provide this research support service. it would be the university's normal practice to readvertise the post. although this should not be regarded as a minimum or maximum. The salary Duration of the job The appointment is fixed term for three years because funding is of a short-term duration and longer-term funding is uncertain. Brighton. Further information is available from the CLT’s website: http://staffcentral. Terms & conditions In determining terms and conditions of employment.Courses are also run within the university for staff new to teaching. and to reflect upon the process of developing as a teacher. These groups bring together representatives of the university and its recognised trade unions.bton. If you wish acknowledgement of receipt of your application.html Applicants are shortlisted on the extent to which they meet the selection criteria on the job description. if you prefer. These terms and conditions of service can be varied by local agreements reached through the university’s local negotiating framework which comprises a Joint Negotiating Committee supported by two Common Interest Groups.00 pm the next working day. The successful applicant will be provided with further information about these courses at the time of appointment.uk. giving examples of particular relevant achievements. These forms are available to download in both Word and . Please send your application form/CV to the Personnel Department. who have not undertaken an equivalent course of study and training. the Centre for Learning and Teaching offers a wide range of other teaching-related courses. Staff new to teaching in higher education. Alternatively. you may also send your application via email to: personnel@brighton. Mithras House. Therefore.pdf formats from www. self-addressed envelope. The courses provide opportunities to explore a range of practical approaches to supporting students’ learning. University of Brighton. the university has regard to recommendations made through the appropriate national negotiating framework. In addition to these courses for staff new to the teaching role. you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful. local discretionary holidays and days when the University is closed in the interests of efficiency. send your CV along with a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring/Personal Details form.uk/personnel/howtoapply.ac. which are: • • How to apply UCU – University and College Union UNISON Please complete an application form or. Lewes Road. If you have not been contacted within three weeks of the closing date. events and consultancy.brighton.ac. please send a stamped. .ac. BN2 4AT. in your application form or CV.uk/clt. Holidays The annual leave entitlement is 35 working days pro rata for proportional full-time staff. are expected take one of these courses in their first or second year in post. This is in addition to the statutory holidays applicable in England. You should receive an acknowledgement via return email by 12. Fax: (01273) 642848. please ensure that you have clearly outlined how your skills and experience meet each of the selection criteria for this role. If you do not have an email address. . we will write to you. we will contact you via email (if you provided us with an email address). You may therefore wish to check your email regularly.If you are shortlisted for interview. Closing date The closing date for applications is Thursday 8 March 2012.