Lecturer in Pure Mathematics/mathematical Modelling - Stirling, United Kingdom - University of Stirling

University of Stirling

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Stirling, United Kingdom

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Description

Post Details
Full time
Open ended

Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 18 September 2023.

There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK.

For the purposes of sponsorship, this is a postdoctoral role under SOC code 2311.

The Post

The Division of Computing Science and Mathematics at the University of Stirling is seeking to appoint a grade 7 teaching and research lecturer with expertise in pure mathematics.

Description of Duties

Engage in individual and collaborative research, which aligns to the strategic direction of the University, develop a programme of research and disseminate results through regular publication in high impact journals, books and conference proceedings
Identify appropriate sources of funding, prepare research proposals for funding bodies and manage grants awarded
Supervise research students as required, providing direction, support and guidance
Design and deliver a range of teaching and learning, supervision and assessment activities across undergraduate, postgraduate including online/digital programmes where required
Participate in the Faculty's international engagement activities as required e.g delivering teaching, contributing to joint programmes and recruitment of students
Participate in, and develop, networks and collaborations both internally and externally to the Division/Faculty/University
Participate in the administrative processes of the Division/Faculty/University including committee membership, quality assurance procedures and recruitment and admission of students
Any other duties, commensurate with the grade of the post

Essential Criteria

Qualifications:

PhD in relevant discipline or close to successful completion (or equivalent relevant industrial experience) in Computing Science or a relevant field

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Evidence of a developing publication record
Credible plans for the active pursuit of external research funding
Evidence of the ability to deliver excellent teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
A record of successful involvement in teaching and student supervision
Selfreliance and ability to cope with pressure and conflicting demands
A commitment to equality of opportunity for students and staff
Excellent presentation, communication, analytical and problemsolving skills
Excellent organisational, interpersonal and presentation skills
Willingness to develop learning and teaching at all levels
Willingness to manage, supervise and support research students and assistants

Desirable Criteria

Qualifications:

Higher Education teaching qualification or equivalent e.g. PGCert and/or holding or working towards Associate Fellow of Higher Education Academy (HEA)

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Evidence of success in attracting research grants/external funding and delivering on externally funded research projects
Experience of supervising dissertations and research projects
Demonstrate a broad understanding of effective approaches to teaching and learning support as key contributions to high quality student learning
Evidence or knowledge to support international activities
Evidence of a basic knowledge of the Higher Education context and regulatory framework
Evidence of planned future development of knowledge exchange and/or research
A record of successful academicindustrial collaboration
Evidence of successful resource management
Well established personal reputation and professional standing

Behaviours and Competencies

The role holder will be required to evidence that they can meet the qualities associated with the following behavioural competencies, as detailed within the AUA Competency Framework.

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Managing self and personal skills

Being aware of your own behaviour and mindful of how it impacts on others, enhancing personal skills to adapt professional practice accordingly.

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Delivering excellent service
Providing the best quality service to external and internal clients. Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to drive up service standards.
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Finding solutions
Taking a holistic view and working enthusiastically to analyse problems and to develop workable solutions. Identifying opportunities for innovation.
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Embracing change
Being open to and engaging with new ideas and ways of working. Adjusting to unfamiliar situations, shifting demands and changing roles.
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Using resources effectively
Identifying and making the most productive use of resources including people, time, information, networks and budgets.
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Engaging with the wider context
Enhancing your contribution to the organisation through an understanding of the bigger picture and showing commitment to organisational values.
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Developing self and others
Showing commitment to own ongoing professional development. Supporting and encouraging others to develop their professional knowledge, skills and behaviours to e