Associate Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Posted 3 days 20 hours ago by University of Derby
Assistant Head of Discipline/Senior Lecturer in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering. This role is on site, based primarily in the named location. Applicants should note the university's policy on contracted hours for staff already contracted to full-time positions.
We have one simple promise - to make a positive impact. Through our research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better. The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook, driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region. We have TEF Gold 2023 and offer an inclusive culture that supports staff wellbeing and career development.
Engineering at Derby aims to deliver an outstanding learning experience, expand research capacity, and strengthen industry engagement to meet targets for REF and KEF, with facilities co-located at Markeaton Street. The discipline area includes intelligent instrumentation, smart sensor technologies, robotics, renewable energy, power engineering and advanced materials and manufacturing, with active knowledge exchange and applied research.
Responsibilities- Formal scheduled delivery of teaching, lectures or workshops.
- Preparation of teaching materials and reading lists.
- Maintain university records and submit marks and notes to the module leader for assessment boards.
- Contribute to assessment design and mark moderation; manage electronic submission of marks.
- Supervise Doctoral Research and provide tutorials and student support; supervise Independent Studies.
- Attend relevant boards/meetings (development, probation and development reviews, programme committees, subject/team meetings, internal/external reviews such as QAA, college research committees and assessment boards) as arranged to fit commitments.
- Assist with health and safety compliance and other university policies.
- Demonstrate a first degree in a discipline appropriate to the taught area or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience of working in an industry related to the discipline being taught.
- Experience of teaching in higher education contexts, including small group facilitation.
- Ability to teach at the appropriate level and relate theory to practice.
- Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills; the ability to inspire and motivate students.
- Ability to work to deadlines and to work independently or as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to work including travel between sites.
- Master's degree in a relevant subject area or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience of teaching students in an HE context, including small group facilitation, is desirable.
- Holistic wellbeing benefits and support, including family-friendly policies and Employee Assistance Programme.
- Staff discounts, discounted onsite gym, and a flexible working environment.
- A commitment to personal and professional development.
- Equity, diversity and inclusion statements: we promote equality and inclusivity and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We provide anonymised shortlisting to minimise bias, and support for adjustments during recruitment.
You can apply by submitting an online application. If you require assistance or documentation in an alternative format, contact the Recruitment team at . All applications must be submitted online by Midnight GMT on the closing date.
The University reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application soon to avoid disappointment.
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