Global Talent Professor in Compound Semiconductors
Cardiff University
Salary: £77,711 – £115,474 | Fixed-term to 30 September 2030
Open‑ended contracts will be explored with suitable candidates where appropriate to the role, any such arrangements would be subject to discussion and agreement during the recruitment process.
For more information please visit: https://www.aspenpeople.co.uk/microsite/cardiff-professors/
About Us
Cardiff University is a leading, innovation-driven Russell Group university with a strong global outlook, ranked 11th in the UK for research impact (REF2021). Through our ‘Our future, together’ strategy, we are committed to delivering meaningful social, cultural, and economic impact.
Cardiff offers a unique environment for Global Talent scholars, with world-class facilities, strong interdisciplinary networks, and deep partnerships with industry. Our compound semiconductor ecosystem is among the best in Europe, combining cutting-edge infrastructure with collaboration across academia and industry to drive innovation from discovery to deployment.
About the Role
We are seeking an internationally recognised Professor to accelerate research leadership in compound semiconductors. You will:
- Lead world-class research aligned to the UK industrial strategy, delivering high-impact outputs and 4* publications
- Secure major external and industrial research funding
- Supervise PhD students and mentor academic colleagues
- Build strong partnerships with industry and external stakeholders
- Contribute to teaching, curriculum innovation, and student experience
- Play a key role in strategic leadership and enhancing the University’s global reputation
About You
You will be an established academic leader currently based outside the UK (for at least the past 24 months), with a strong international or emerging global reputation. You will have:
- A proven track record of 4* publications in compound semiconductors
- Significant success in securing external research funding
- Evidence of excellence in teaching and PhD supervision
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and collaboration skills
- Experience contributing to institutional strategy and international standing
Join us and help shape the future of semiconductor innovation while delivering impact on a global scale.
How to Apply
Further information & how to apply please review the microsite link:
https://www.aspenpeople.co.uk/microsite/cardiff-professors/
Closing date: 23:59 Monday 27th April 2026
First stage virtual interviews: Monday 18th May 2026
Final virtual interviews (with the successful candidate required to visit Cardiff University prior to taking up the role) Monday 1st June 2026
If you have any queries or wish to discuss the role further please contact: Katharine Price 07899 791 508 or Donogh O’Brien 07795 812 574 at Aspen People. The office number is 0141 212 7555