Graduate Teaching Assistant and Phd Studentship - London, United Kingdom - Birkbeck University of London

Birkbeck University of London

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We are thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Teaching Assistant and PhD Studentship at the School of Psychological Sciences, Birkbeck, University of London.

A prestigious institution is renowned for research excellence, Birkbeck is situated in the historic Bloomsbury site in the heart of London.

We are offering:

A 4year funded position
The opportunity to pursue a PhD while gaining teaching experience
The opportunity to be part of one of the world's leading psychology research departments

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant & PhD Student, your responsibilities will include:

Pursuing studies leading towards a PhD in the School of Psychological Sciences
Providing parttime teaching assistance (17.5 hours per week during term time) including delivery and preparation of teaching materials for students both in person and via our electronic learning environment, as well as demonstrating in practical classes and acting as seminar leader
Assisting in the supervision of projects and participating in the assessment and examination of students
Undertaking administration related to the above.

The ideal Graduate Teaching Assistant and PhD Student will:

Demonstrate research potential and contribute to the School's research culture at postgraduate level
Have knowledge in Cognitive Neuroscience methods and Neuroimaging Techniques
Have experience in running experiments with human participants
Possess good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Have the ability to lecture effectively and to conduct seminars at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.

The School of Psychological Sciences was ranked in the top 10 in the UK in REF 2021 for the excellence of its research.

Application

Remuneration for the graduate teaching assistant post
£18,571 rising to £21,182, pro rata, per annum, (50% 0f £37,143 - £42,365 FTE). The salary, Grade 6, quoted is on the College's London Pay Scale which includes a consolidated Weighting/Allowance which applies only to staff whose normal contractual place of work is in the London area.

Terms and Conditions
To commence in October 2024. Fixed-term, (17.5 hours a week teaching, 0.5 FTE) 4-year fixed term contract

Closing date:
7 June 2024.

The Graduate Teaching Assistant role is a developmental opportunity in parallel with PhD study and requires ongoing PhD registration as a condition of employment for the duration of the contract.

Enquiries
Further guidance is available for prospective PhD students.

Birkbeck offers a competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements and some of the most generous benefits in the HE sector, all while being located right in the heart of Central London._
We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer Scheme._