ABOUT US

The School of Science and Technology at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is an exciting multidisciplinary environment for learning, teaching and research, with some of the best facilities in the UK.
We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality teaching and diverse, real-world research. We specialise in biosciences, chemistry, computing and technology, as well as engineering, forensic science, mathematics, physics and sport science. This mix of traditional and modern subjects encourages and inspires future innovators.
In the Department of Engineering we deliver research and teaching in electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering and sport engineering. We are building a global reputation in areas including human performance and human factors, future materials, biomedical engineering, and robotics. We are working with industrial partners in technology, automotive, aircraft, marine, healthcare engineering, and with sports teams to help them beat world records.
For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Bilal Ahmad (Professor & Academic Lead of ADMC) at bilal.ahmad06@ntu.ac.uk

Are you ready to shape the future of advanced manufacturing and distribution? We’re looking for an inspiring and forward-thinking leader to take the helm at the Automated Distribution and Manufacturing Centre (ADMC).
In this exciting role, you’ll lead a talented team and collaborate with key partners including Ashfield District Council, Nottingham Vision West College, and industry leaders across multiple sectors. Your mission? To drive innovation, set strategic direction, and ensure the programme delivers real impact.
You’ll oversee everything from governance and evaluation to performance and reportingmaking sure every objective is met and exceeded. This is your chance to lead a cutting-edge initiative that’s transforming skills, technology, and industry collaboration in the region.
You will bring strong leadership capabilities and hands-on technical expertise in automation systems, with a well-developed strategic perspective on the UK’s manufacturing and distribution sectors. If you’re passionate about leadership, innovation, and making a difference, we want to hear from you.
For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We’ll still consider applications even if you don’t meet every single one of the requirements, so don’t be put off if you don’t match them perfectly.