Lecturer in Modelling of Discrete Event Processes

Salary

The starting salary will be from £41,732 to £51,283 on Grade F, depending on qualifications and experience.

Contractual hours

36.5

Package

Generous holiday allowances, flexible working, pension scheme and relocation package (if applicable).

Job category/type

Academic

Date posted

25/09/2024

Job reference

P13800

Manufacturing and supply chain

Education and Research

Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy

This full time post is available from 1 September 2025 on a permanent basis.

The role

The post of Lecturer in Modelling of Discrete Event Processes (manufacturing and supply chain) will contribute to extending the research profile of Engineering at Exeter.

The University welcomes applications which build on Exeter’s internationally recognised research strengths in this area and face our research and teaching needs within the department. Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Modelling and simulation of manufacturing processes
• Modelling and simulation of supply chain
• Internet of Things in manufacturing and supply chain
• Machine learning solutions for modelling of discrete event processes.

The position of Lecturer in Modelling of Discrete Event Processes (manufacturing and supply chain) will be based in the Exeter Digital Enterprise Systems (ExDES) laboratory led by Prof Ion Sucala and Dr Martino Luis. The group is part of the Engineering department, led by Professor Ion Sucala (www.exeter.ac.uk/engineering). Engineering currently has over 100 academic staff across our Exeter (Streatham) and Cornwall (Penryn) campuses. Academics in the Exeter Digital Enterprise Systems (ExDES) laboratory group have particular expertise in modelling and simulation applied to manufacturing and supply chain processes, statistics and machine learning applied to modelling and simulation.

The department of Engineering has recently embarked on an ambitious strategy – Exeter Engineering 2030. Our vision is to harness the power of engineering and innovation to create a sustainable and healthier future. The strategy is underpinned by significant investment in staff and facilities, and it aims to build on our existing strengths and continue to develop emerging areas, contributing to the University’s Strategy 2030.

Main duties

• To fulfil research, teaching and administration duties as a Lecturer in Modelling of Discrete Event Processes (manufacturing and supply chain).
• To support the Engineering Department in extending the profile of this research area by attracting and supervising exceptional postdoctoral researchers and postgraduate research students, contributing towards the winning of significant research income, and by undertaking elements of the day-to-day running of undergraduate and postgraduate.
• To collaborate with colleagues both within the Faculty and the University of Exeter as a whole in order to develop and support the groups research programmes and other cognate research programmes across the.
• To contribute to the general operation of the Faculty as a member of its academic.

About you

The successful applicant will have an independent research programme that will strengthen and complement the existing team at the University. You will be able to demonstrate the following qualities and characteristics:

• A PhD or equivalent in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or other relevant subject.
• Sufficient knowledge in subject area to develop teaching and research programmes.
• A demonstrable potential to attract research funding.
• A track record of excellent publications in recognised journals.
• The aptitude to develop familiarity with a variety of strategies to promote and assess learning.
• Enthusiasm, knowledge, and ability to teach modules in Engineering, as required.
• A track record of attracting research collaboration with industrial partners.
• The ability and enthusiasm for supervising and supporting undergraduate and postgraduate projects.
• The attitude and ability to engage in continuous professional development.
• Teamwork skills to work in collaboration with existing members of the Engineering department, as well as colleagues in the wider Faculty.
• An active and supportive approach to interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research that will help to foster interactions and links both within the University and externally with other educational bodies, professional institutions and industry.
• Involvement in projects which develop impact.
• An understanding of the importance of equality and diversity within an organisation and a commitment to helping create an inclusive culture.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

What we can offer you

• Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research;
• Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly.
• An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development.
• Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career.
• A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy.
• A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon.

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.

Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).

We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City.

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.

With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.

We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.

Further information

For an informal and confidential discussion about the post please contact Dr Martino Luis (m.luis@exeter.ac.uk) or Professor Ion Sucala, Head of Engineering (i.sucala@exeter.ac.uk).