Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Language and Literacy Education (Dumfries Campus)

Location: Dumfries 

Job Purpose

To develop, lead and sustain research and scholarship of international standard and to contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by designing and delivering teaching content across a range of modules as part of the School of Social and Environmental Sustainability’s new Masters of Language and Literacy Education. Modules will have a specific focus on literacy acquisition, science of reading and/or cognitive development. Depending on experience and expertise, the successful candidate will also contribute to other areas of the core curriculum across our portfolio of undergraduate, and postgraduate courses and programmes for those entering the primary and secondary teaching professions.

For appointment at Grade 9, a substantial contribution will be made to the strategic direction of the School/College through actively engaging in relationships with external stakeholders that advance knowledge exchange, public understanding and outreach and providing academic leadership and management within the School/College.

Primary or secondary teaching experience is highly desirable however not essential for the post.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1.  Engage in research relevant to the field in support of the University’s Research Strategy 2020-2025.

2.  Develop an expert reputation in the field by effective dissemination and publishing of research findings in leading journals and conferences, and where appropriate undertaking knowledge exchange activities.

3.  Make a substantial contribution to developing and enhancing the research profile of the School/College. Establishing and leading research collaborations with appropriate individuals and groups within the University, including multi-disciplinary links, and developing external research       collaborations both nationally and internationally, to ensure that research activities are at the forefront of the field.

4.   Seek external funding for this activity and help develop new ideas for new revenue streams.

5.   Actively contribute to the effective management and administration of the College/School, assuming responsibility for the management of allocated resources and contributing to the wider organisation of the subject area.

6.   Design and deliver teaching materials and assess learners within areas of literacy acquisition, science of reading and/or cognitive development.

7.   Contribute to pedagogical innovation, curriculum development and planning with the School in support of the University’s Learning and Teaching Strategy 2021-2025

8.   Carry out course administration within required timescales ensuring effective communication of information, in particular assessment requirements and criteria and timely and constructive feedback on assessment.

9.   Develop effective approaches which enhance intellectual understanding and innovation in the field and support and enhance course delivery, course organisation, feedback and assessment.

10. Ensure an inclusive and evidence-based approach to facilitating learning in a range of face to face and potentially online delivery formats such as tutorials, lectures, problem based learning, that promotes student participation and learning outcome attainment.

11. Develop effective working relationships with students and early career staff in the subject specialism, providing specialist advice, support and academic leadership.  Work in partnership with relevant student services teams, respond appropriately to the diverse range of learning approaches and learner needs.

12.  Supervise project work at undergraduate and master’s levels and take forward the supervision and training of postgraduate research students.

13.  Undertake administrative duties associated with the normal planning and operational procedures of the School.

14.  Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.

15.  Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School.

16.  To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan - Inspiring People – Changing the World.

http://www.gla.ac.uk/about/strategy/people/

For appointment at Grade 9, in addition to the duties and responsibilities above:

17.  Undertake a leading role in the development and implementation of individual and/or joint research projects of international standard, participating actively in the development of College/School research strategy.  Disseminate research findings locally, nationally and internationally to enhance learning within the discipline and to represent the University externally.

18.  Take a lead in major funding bids and related activities, including Knowledge Exchange, which develop and sustain support for the subject area and recognised excellence for the University.  Through an established network of external stakeholders, increasingly influence public understanding and/or professional policy and practice aligned with the strategic priorities of the School/College/University.

19.  Undertake academic management and leadership roles and responsibilities to ensure high quality course/programme administration, setting and monitoring standards and lead on the development of policy and practice across research and teaching teams (beyond subject/school level).

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:

A1: Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) or equivalent in related discipline with a growing reputation for scholarship within the subject area.

A2: An in-depth knowledge of literacy acquisition, science of reading and/or cognitive development.

A3: Breadth and depth of knowledge of educational research methods to support the learning and research of undergraduate and postgraduate students and other staff.

A4: Established reputation in research and teaching, including an international research profile in the subject area.

For appointment at Grade 9:

A5: Recognised expertise in subject discipline/specialism to develop new knowledge and understanding within the field.

A6: A thorough understanding of, and track record in, contributing to broader academic leadership and management at School/Service/College level.

A7: Engagement with the current and future priorities of University/College/Service strategies, aims and ambitions.

Desirable:

B1: Experience of teaching evidence-based literacy instruction in a primary school setting.

B2: Any of the following British Dyslexia Association (BDA) accreditations: Associate Member of the British Dyslexia Association (AMBDA)  or Accredited Teacher/Practitioner Status (AT/PS)

Skills

Essential:

C1: Proven ability to design, review and enhance multiple learning, teaching and assessment programmes.

C2: Ability to communicate complex or conceptual ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding, and developing early career academic colleagues.

C3: Ability to contribute to broader leadership and management activities along with an awareness of current and future priorities of the University/College/School/Service.

C4: Effective organisation skills to manage time and prioritise as appropriate research, teaching and administrative responsibilities.

C5: Ability to work on own initiative to contribute to the research and teaching activities within the School/College.

C6: Proven ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues in other disciplines/institutions in developing and progressing research.

For appointment at Grade 9:

C7: Proven ability to plan and lead staff and efficiently deploy resources in support of major research and teaching activities.

C8: Ability to undertake academic leadership of groups/activities with substantial impact on finance and other resources.

Experience

Essential:

E1: Established track record of research outputs and of applying for, and securing, external research funding compatible with enhancing the School’s research profile in accordance with School objectives.

E2: Experience and achievement in the relevant field reflected in an expanding personal academic portfolio.

E3: Experience of developing and demonstrating teaching and research methods and devising models, approaches, techniques, critiques and methods.

E4: Track record of continuous engagement with current practice and developing knowledge.

E5: Experience of planning and progressing work activities within professional guidelines or organisational policy, applying initiative and independent judgement.

For appointment at Grade 9:

E6: Internationally recognised excellence and reputation in subject area and scholarship of teaching in the discipline.

E7: Track record of student supervision and development/mentorship/coaching of early career academic colleagues in subject area/team.

Terms and Conditions

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

This post is full time and open ended.

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University  https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

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