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Lecturer in Respiratory Research

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
United Kingdom
Closing date
Aug 1, 2016

Job Details

JOB PURPOSE:

To undertake research in line with the School’s research strategy, to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and to contribute to School administration/outreach activity. Priority will be given to candidates with research interests and expertise in difficult to treat and severe asthma which will complement existing areas of research strength within the Centre for Infection and Immunity.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Teaching:

  • Develop teaching methods, design course units and deliver teaching and assessment activities including lectures, coursework, practical’s, and fieldwork related to area of expertise.
  • Develop approaches to teaching and learning, which are appropriate for the subject area reflect developing practice.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of quality teaching within the subject, school or faculty.
  • Develop and advise others on learning and teaching tasks and methods.
  • Contribute to the design of innovative teaching programmes.
  • Participate in the delivery of student selected components and supervision of honours projects related to area of academic expertise and contribute, as appropriate, to the Intercalated BSc teaching programmes.
  • Undertake relevant teaching-related administrative tasks and personal tutor/mentor responsibilities.


Research:

  • Develop the research activities of School by sustaining a personal research plan by, managing and undertaking research activities in clinical respiratory research with a focus on translational research in difficult to treat and severe asthma.
  • Secure external funding as a principal investigator from nationally and internationally competitive sources to develop and support a clinical research programme.
  • Sustain a high quality publication record by publishing in refereed journals and presenting at conferences to assist individual research and so that the School’s research profile is enhanced.
  • Develop research proposals and funding bids in collaboration with others.
  • Direct, coach and develop research staff, including Research Fellows/Clinical Research Fellows.
  • Supervise PhD students, including clinical research staff, to successful completion.
  • Ensure that research projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • To consider options for the commercialisation of research findings and work with industry.

Administration/Contribution to the Community:

  • Contribute to the School’s outreach strategy by developing external links.
  • Develop links with relevant industries and external bodies to encourage technology transfer opportunities and create opportunities for future research projects.
  • Provide pastoral care for students within own area to ensure, as far as practicable, that all relevant issues are dealt with in a timely, sympathetic and effective manner.
  • Carry out designated School functions, including, for example, participation in committee work, assisting in the process of admissions, and preparation of submission for teaching quality assessment or the REF.


Planning and Organising:

  • Plan for and set teaching and research objectives over a number of years.
  • Plan and manage own teaching and tutorials as agreed with Head of School.
  • As module leader, co-ordinate with others (such as support staff or academic colleagues) to ensure student needs and expectations are met.
  • Design/update modules in line with School’s teaching strategy.
  • Plan for the use of teaching and research resources, laboratories and workshops as appropriate.
  • Prepare research proposals for submission for external funding.
  • Plan and prepare research papers to meet publication deadlines.


Resource Management Responsibilities:

  • Mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development.
  • Supervise the work of others, for example in research teams and projects.
  • Manage own teaching, research and administrative demands under general supervision of Centre Director.
  • Assist in the development of skills and competence in others (for example through the supervision of research students).
  • Manage use of resources for research and teaching.
  • Participate in judgements regarding the use of resources within their research project/school.
  • Act as mentor for students in capacity of personal tutor.


Internal and External Relationships:

  • Communicate complex and conceptual ideas to students as well as to peers using high level skills and a range of media.
  • Member of the School Board and Examination Board and such committees relevant to their administrative duties. Collaborate with other academics within School.
  • Participate in and develop networks, for example to identify sources of funding, contribute to student recruitment, act as website editor, secure student placements, market the institution, facilitate out reach work, generate income, obtain consultancy projects, or build relationships for future activities.
  • Contribute to the School’s outreach programme by establishing links with local community groups, industries etc.


ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

  • PhD in a related area.
  • A minimum of three years’ experience at post Phd.
  • Recent, relevant publications in peer reviewed/refereed journals that are at recognised internationally as being high quality, commensurate with experience.
  • Research profile which complements the research priorities and strengths of the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences.
  • Experience of presentations at national and international meetings and conferences.
  • Relevant teaching experience at University Level.
  • Relevant academic administrative/management experience.
  • Ability to advance the research and teaching goals of the School.
  • Ability to strengthen the School’s national and international research networks.
  • Ability to negotiate contracts independently or as a leader of a section in major projects.
  • Good presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex information effectively.
  • Good communicator, written and oral.
  • Able to present research and other plans and reports to the wider academic community and non-academic audiences.
  • The ability to organise workload and prioritise competing demands.
  • Ability to manage resources and staff.
  • A team player who can develop effective internal and external links.
  • Must be prepared to travel.
  • Appointment to this post is subject to the successful candidates Enhanced Criminal Record Check.
  • Applicants will also hold an Honorary contract of the relevant HSC organisation. Leadership capability.


DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

  • Completion of a PGCHET (or equivalent) or HEA membership.
  • Primary Degree in Nursing or Allied Health Professions or equivalent healthcare related degree
  • Full Registration with the relevant licensing body with license to practise in a clinical setting.
  • Inclusion on the relevant licensing body Register.
  • Experience in Clinical Trials.
  • Experience of working in a Difficult Asthma Service.
  • Experience of supervising research activities of other Post-Doctoral Fellows or Postgraduate Students.
  • Evidence of having obtained funding from government or private charitable agencies to support independent research.
  • Experience of developing research methodologies, models, approaches and techniques.

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