Senior Lecturer in Data Engineering (Bristol University)

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. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

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.