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Lecturer in Archaeology

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
United Kingdom
Closing date
Aug 30, 2018

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Sector
Art and Humanities
Hours
Full Time
Organization Type
University and College
Jobseeker Type
Academic (e.g. 'Lecturer')

Job Details

Lecturer in Archaeological Theory and Practice
School of History, Archaeology and Religion
The School of History, Archaeology & Religion wishes to appoint a part-time (25%) fixed-term (12 months) lecturer to cover the research leave of a member of staff.   Applicants for the post should have, or be close to obtaining, a PhD in a relevant area and have the ability to deliver high-quality teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level with particular reference to Archaeological Theory and Practice.   The appointee will also be expected to contribute to the life of the School, including carrying out administrative duties.
Career Pathway: Teaching and Scholarship
This post is part time, fixed term for 12 months
Salary range: £32,548 - £38,833 per annum, pro-rata for hours worked (Grade 6)

 

Job Description

Main Function

Undertake a full teaching load, including the development, delivery and evaluation of modules in Archaeological Theory and Practice within the undergraduate and post qualification provision within the School.  To supervise students and to carry out administrative duties within the work area as required. To pursue excellence in, teaching and to inspire others to do the same.
 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching

  • To design and deliver teaching programmes for courses and contribute to module development as part of a module team.
  • Inspire undergraduate and postgraduate students under the guidance of a mentor / module leader and develop skills in assessment methods and in providing constructive feedback to students.
  • Supervise the work of students including the supervision of Undergraduate and Master's students and the co-supervision of PGR's.
  • Supply pastoral care through both acting as a Personal Tutor and providing support and guidance to students, building and establishing trust.

 

Scholarship

  • Contribute to scholarship in the area of work through participation in  conferences, seminars and other academic and professional forums to disseminate the results of individual scholarship. 
  • Engage in scholarly activity through journal articles and/or outputs which advance knowledge within the area of work.
  • Contribute to scholarship through interdisciplinary working with individuals and teams within, and external to, the wider university community.
  • Carry out other forms of scholarship including work associated with examinations (setting and marking paper and providing constructive feedback to students), administration, participation in committee work.

 

Other

  • To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School's profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.
  • To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance in the role of Lecturer.
  • To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world.
  • Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

 

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Qualifications and Education

  • Postgraduate degree at PhD level in a related subject area or relevant industrial experience

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • Teaching experience at undergraduate/postgraduate level.
  • Demonstrate specialist knowledge and current advancements within academic subject area.
  • Ability to design, deliver and continuously develop modules across the Schools teaching programmes.

 

Pastoral, Communication and Team Working

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex and conceptual ideas clearly and confidently to others using high level skills and a range of media.
  • The ability to provide appropriate pastoral support to students, appreciate the needs of individual students and their circumstances and to act as a personal tutor.

 

Other

  • Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and teamworking within work

 

Pastoral, Communication and Team Working

  • Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication.
  • The ability to provide appropriate pastoral support to students, appreciate the needs of individual students and their circumstances and to act as a personal tutor.

 

Desirable Criteria

  • An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within the following research fields: Archaeological Theory and Practice.
  • Proven ability to work without close supervision.
  • Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
  • Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the teaching and research activities of the School.
  • A willingness to take responsibility for academically related administration.

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