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Dr. Andrew Carruthers is a Senior Lecturer in Operations Management at the University of Bradford's Faculty of Engineering and Informatics. He holds administrative roles including acting Director of Student Recruitment for the School of Engineering and has served on University Senate and School of Engineering Board. His professional background includes research at BAE Systems' Cranfield aircraft manufacturing center.
Education:
- Bachelor of Technology, University of Bradford (1984)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education, Loughborough University (1985)
- PhD in Manufacturing Innovation, Aston University
Research Interests: Focuses on technology management in Africa (e.g., Kenya Vision 2030 energy sustainability) and aerospace manufacturing strategies. Advises a Kenyan PhD student exploring rural energy systems.
Recruitment & Outreach: Spearheaded African student recruitment since 2005, conducting over 25 promotional trips to sub-Saharan Africa. Built partnerships with Nigerian and Ghanaian alumni networks, and collaborates with Boeing/Airbus industry contacts.
