Senior Lecturer/lecturer - Glasgow, United Kingdom - University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow
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Job Purpose

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Research

  • To contribute fully to developing and enhancing the research profile and international standing of the School of Infection and Immunity through developing an extensive track record of publications, delivering invited and reviewed talks at national and international conferences and workshops taking part in review and/or grant panels at national/international level.
  • To develop on existing, ongoing grant and/or fellowship funding.
  • To develop a recognised research programme aligned with the Centre's strategic areas by developing appropriate resources, recruiting and maintaining a highly productive research group, and securing external funding through grants and/or fellowships.
  • To be involved in the integration of Immunology research with other appropriate specialisms and cross cutting research beacons at the University of Glasgow.
  • To proactively collaborate with other Schools and bodies. Provide leadership through research collaboration, supervision and mentorship.
  • To foster good relations with relevant sponsors, including reporting research findings.
  • To supervise and mentor research students through to timely completion of their degrees.
  • To engage in external academic activities in accordance with School research strategy which enhance the College's international profile.
  • To undertake external PhD examining.
  • To undertake appropriate administrative responsibility as required by the Head of Centre including but not limited to, selection, assessment, mentoring and development of post-doctoral and pre-doctoral research scientists.
  • To contribute to the academic community through the editorship/review process of internationally respected journals and/or serving on professional bodies/research board(s).

For Appointment at Grade 9:


  • Evidence of a maintained record of publication, research profile and grant income

Teaching

  • To fully participate in teaching both undergraduates and postgraduates, as required by the Director of School.
  • To contribute to Graduate School activities with the aim of broadening the skills and experience of postgraduate students.
  • To design and lecture on modules in undergraduate/postgraduate courses, to a high standard, in line with research and departmental goals.
  • To assess student work (coursework, exams) in timely and effective way, providing constructive feedback where required.
  • To propose and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate team and individual projects.

For Appointment at Grade 9:


  • Where required, to contribute to development of new degree programmes.
  • To perform external examining, as appropriate.

Administration

  • To participate fully in appropriate committees and contribute to the management of Centre/School operations.
  • To actively contribute to the development of Centre/School strategy, priorities, direction and success.
  • To represent Centre/School activities externally from the School and University.
  • To contribute to the efficient administration and servicing of the department as required by the Director of School.

For Appointment at Grade 9:


  • To contribute to School/College working groups, as appropriate.
  • To participate in School/College performance reviews.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:

A2. Developing track record of published research aligned with the Centre's strategic areas
A3. Distinction in scholarship and research.
A4. A developing, internationally recognised, research profile
A6. Clear understanding of equality and diversity issues relevant to students and employees
A7. Knowledge of research ethics compliance requirements


Skills

Essential:

C1. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
C2. Demonstrably excellent presentation skills
C3. Proven time management and organisational skills
C4. Proven project and budget management skills.
C5. Evidence of ability to attract external funding


For Appointment at Grade 9:

C6. Proven ability to act strategically in terms of research and teaching.
C7. Conduct research at an internationally competitive level
C8. Demonstrable ability to manage difficult situations, including staffing situations, as appropriate.
C9. Proven University teaching ability, including assessment and interest in curriculum development


Experience

Essential:

E2. Proven experience of successfully securing research grant funding.
E3. Proven experience of successful project management.
E4. Contributions to scientific/learned societies.


For Appointment at Grade 9:

F5. Experience of lecturing at university level.
F6. Experience of teaching, supervision and examination of PhD students and researchers at postgraduate and doctoral level.
F7. Experience of research leadership


Terms and Conditions
Salary will be Grade 8/9, £48,350 - £56,021/£57,696 - £64,914 per annum
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