Institute of Sound & Vibration Research

Location:  Highfield Campus
Salary:   £43,155 to £54,421 per annum
Full Time Permanent
Closing Date:  Wednesday 26 April 2023
Interview Date:   To be confirmed
Reference:  2240223DA

The University of Southampton is a unique place for exploring what you are capable of. As one of the world’s top universities, we know what it takes to create an exceptional student experience. Our Institute of Sound and Vibration Research (ISVR) in the School of Engineering is at the forefront of research and education in Audiology. Since its inception 60 years ago, ISVR has been delivering outstanding academic courses underpinned by a dynamic culture of innovation and research. We take pride in our team spirit and the positive way in which our colleagues support one another to achieve their goals.

To be successful you will have a PhD or an equivalent professional qualification in a field related to audiology or hearing and a growing national reputation in scholarship related to your field. You will be passionate about inspiring the next generation of audiologists by delivering innovative and engaging education with demonstrable experience in teaching undergraduate or postgraduate students. Registration with Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) a Registered Clinical Scientist (audiology), and a recognised qualification in teaching for higher education would be desirable.

For informal enquiries, please contact Head of Department, Prof. Stefan Bleeck, bleeck@soton.ac.uk

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is central to the ethos in the School of Engineering. We particularly encourage women, Black, Asian and minority ethnic, LGBT+ and disabled applicants to apply for this position. In recognition of our continued commitment to improving equality for women in science we were awarded an Athena SWAN bronze in 2013 and 2016.  We consider applicants that wish to work flexibly including part-time and due consideration will be given to applicants who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy* and onsite childcare facilities.

The University of Southampton is in the top 1% of world universities and in the top 10 of the UK’s research-intensive universities. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and being a globally responsible university and has recently been awarded the Platinum EcoAward. Our vision is to embed the principles of sustainability into all aspects of our individual and collective work, integrating sustainable development into our business planning, policy-making, and professional activities. This commits all our staff and students to take responsibility for managing their activities to minimise harm to the environment, whether this through switching off non-essential electrical equipment or using the recycling facilities.