Please note a full application including a covering letter detailing your experience alongside a CV is required for applications to be considered. Please be advised applications made without providing a cover letter will not be accepted.

Background of the role

Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) is seeking an exceptional Professor of Engineering to take a lead role in driving and supporting the development of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment across our diverse educational portfolio, including undergraduate, postgraduate, CPD, and apprenticeship programmes. This strategic position will help shape, deliver, and refine curricula designed to produce industry-ready graduates and engineer-inclusive solutions that support regional, national, and international economies. Joining a diverse and collaborative team of engineers, you will build on our strengths in general, mechanical, chemical, biomedical, product design, architectural, and building services engineering, with a particular focus on advancing architectural and building services engineering.

You will also play a pivotal role in the continued growth of the Kent & Medway Engineering, Design, Growth and Enterprise (EDGE) Hub which is a unique initiative committed to inclusive design, sustainability, and industry collaboration. Embracing CDIO pedagogy and Engineering Habits of Mind, you will ensure alignment with professional body expectations while fostering interdisciplinary connections across computing, health, education, sport, and the arts. Ideally, you will bring a proven track record in course development and accreditation, research and enterprise activity, student recruitment, retention, and progression at regional, national, and international levels.

We are seeking a proven academic leader with substantial experience in Higher Education, including successful teaching, development and designing courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will bring evidence of research, industrial engagement, or knowledge exchange in engineering, alongside the experience of managing a suite of academic courses and leading diverse teams. A deep understanding of key sector metrics such as TEF, REF, and NSS is essential, as is a track record of securing professional body accreditation.

You will demonstrate strategic thinking, the ability to influence and lead change, and a strong commitment to enhancing teaching standards and quality assurance. Excellent communication skills, enthusiasm for continuous improvement, and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines are vital, as is a commitment to people, students, and external partners. Leadership, team management, and a proactive approach to professional development will underpin your success in this role.

How will you work?

This role will be based at the Canterbury campus.

Campus attendance will vary on a day-to-day basis and across the year but must purposefully align to the needs of our students, staff, and stakeholders. It is expected that the majority of your working time will be spent on campus.

How to apply

Start date for applications: 12th of December 2025
Closing date for applications: 19th of January 2026
Interviews are to be held: To be confirmed shortly after closing

If you require further information regarding the post please feel free to contact Dr Damian Coleman (damian.coleman@canterbury.ac.uk, 01227922639) (strictly no agencies, thank you) quoting reference number REQ05918.

Please note, Canterbury Christ Church University reserve the right to bring the closing date of this position forward where a high volume of applications is received.

Additional Information

Canterbury Christ Church University truly welcomes fresh perspectives and new voices. We want you to bring the real you to work, so we are committed to building a genuinely inclusive working environment where everyone is welcomed and where everyone can have a true sense of belonging. Our spirit of community will help us to eliminate discrimination and will enable us all to thrive in a culture that is underpinned by fairness and justice. We therefore seek people to join us who will proactively support and shape this aim and contribute in their own unique way. If this is you, then we are waiting to hear from you.

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Our University is deeply committed to shaping sustainable futures as a key part of its mission and values. If you share this passion, we encourage you to join us in making CCCU a more socially and environmentally conscious, sustainable place to study and work.

Please ensure you include contact details of two employment referees in your application, one of which must be your current/ most recent line manager.

Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.

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