London South Bank University
NJUIT Lecturer (2 Positions)
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1 X Lecturer in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Fixed term for 3 years)
1 X Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering (Fixed term for 3 years)
Both based at the NJUIT-LSBU Joint Institute in China.
About Us
It’s an exciting time to join London South Bank University (LSBU) Group. With the launch of our new LSBU Group Strategy, Connecting, we’re shaping the future of tertiary education for a global, technology-driven economy – rooted in London.
Professional and technical education has been central to LSBU Group’s mission since our founding in 1892. Today, as London’s first integrated tertiary education group, we continue to lead the way on learner-centred, skills-focused education.
Comprising London South Bank University, South Bank Colleges and South Bank Academies, connectivity lies at the heart of all we do.
Since 2019, LSBU Group has grown beyond its three founding institutions to form a powerful network of learners, staff, alumni, employers and policymakers – united in our mission: to challenge social and economic inequalities through applied education, insight and partnership.
We are a powerhouse for inclusive education, enterprise and economic growth, connecting potential to opportunity and enabling people to thrive. Our Group network enables us to create learning pathways and connect people and organisations. This ensures learners are supported through the education system to achieve their full potential and can contribute their skills and energies locally and to wider society.
Our new strategy, Connecting, sets out a bold, ambitious vision for LSBU Group and it’s developed in collaboration with colleagues, student groups, partners and stakeholders.
Focused on delivering good jobs for all our learners, we are proud to be employer and skills led, delivering excellent professional and technical teaching which supports future talent and careers to deliver impact for London and beyond.
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Our ambition is to create educational pathways that empower people of all backgrounds and talents to realise their aspirations, add to the knowledge base, and contribute their skills and drive to wider society.
To realise our ambition, we need people with energy, courage and imagination, who are enthused by our vision and recognise our values as theirs; people who bring ideas to enrich our approach to learning, research and innovation; collaborative people who love creating and spreading knowledge; brilliant people who seek growth and yearn to make a positive, personal difference.
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The role
LSBU Global at London South Bank University is committed to its vision of academic excellence with a positive impact in the real world. We are seeking to appoint one Mechanical Engineering, and another one Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lecturer with a developing track record in both teaching and course design, to deliver and undertake Engineering teaching-related duties for LSBU Global. The post holder’s main duty will be to deliver Automation Technology and Application, New Energy Vehicle Engineering, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Technology courses across levels 4-6 at the NJUIT-LSBU Joint Institute in China. We are expecting that the candidate will help to enhance and further the quality of the student experience at the Joint Institute and contribute to the development of a high-quality teaching and learning provision.
The teaching will be across two semesters over a period of 10-12 weeks per semester in China, with additional in-country requirements for course administration. Working across the B.Eng. courses predominantly, the postholder will provide outstanding teaching, and supervision, to our students. Additionally, the post-holder will support the course management in China and be the interface with LSBU Global colleagues.
The expected start date is in September 2026.
About You
A good honours degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering or similar subject, and a postgraduate qualification (or) relevant professional experience (or) PhD in an appropriate (or) closely related discipline. An open viewpoint and willingness to teach across all subjects to an undergraduate degree level is essential, with a passion for teaching, highly motivated and bring a thorough understanding of the UK Higher Education landscape and policies and processes. Experience within other Higher Education Institutions is desirable.
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The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven ability to teach at all academic levels and supervise students.
- Strong pedagogical skills with a focus on communication, engaging teaching methods, and blended learning.
- Leadership skills to contribute to academic management and planning, including motivating staff and managing projects.
- Team player who contributes to improving student satisfaction, retention, and employability.
- Ability to make significant contributions to LSBU Global through partnership activities.
- Excellent communication and IT skills for teaching and administrative tasks
- Ability to be based at the Joint Institute in China.
Benefits and How to Apply:
As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 35 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. Full details on the range of benefits we offer can be found here.
The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the "Apply Online" button below.
For an informal conversation ahead of applying please feel free to contact the hiring manager for this position, Many Maidment, Academic Dean, maidmem@lsbu.ac.uk
Application Details:
The closing date for applications is Sunday 26 July 2026 at 23:59 Interview/assessment - week commencing - Tbc
We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.
Depending on your circumstances, this role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route, more details on this can be found within the candidate pack.
If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team hrdsr@lsbu.ac.uk
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.
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