R240018 - Teaching Fellow and Programme Director

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School of Psychology
Location:  Aston University Main Campus
Salary:  £45,585 to £54,395 per annum
Grade:  Grade 09
Contract Type:  Permanent
Basis:  Full Time
Closing Date:  23.59 hours GMT on Monday 25 March 2024
Interview Date:  To be confirmed
Reference:  R240018
Release Date:  Monday 26 February 2024

The School of Psychology at Aston is a leader in teaching and research based in the heart of the UK. This role will help to deliver our ambition to extend our reach and impact across the world. 

You are invited to apply for a new post as a Teaching Fellow and Programme Director in Psychology with a focus on internationalization. The role will involve the helping to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Psychology and to act as a Programme Director for our current and future international partnerships.

You will be expected to contribute to teaching, assessment and student support within Psychology, and be responsible for the evaluation, design and content of specific areas of teaching within international partnerships at undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You should have Fellowship of Advance HE (formerly known as the Higher Education Academy) or a commitment to obtain Fellowship once in post. We are open to applications from any area of Psychology but particularly welcome applicants with expertise in applied psychology, health, and wellbeing. A willingness and ability to travel would be beneficial. 

Applicants must have a good undergraduate degree in a relevant subject. To be considered for this role you must have a good degree in Psychology or cognate subject and PhD in a discipline aligned with Psychology.

Informal enquiries about these posts may be made to Professor Richard Tunney (Head of Psychology) by e-mail: [email protected] or Professor Rachel L Shaw (Deputy Head of School and Director of Research) by email [email protected] . Please visit our website http://www.aston.ac.uk/jobs for further information and to apply online.

Please refer to our Aston University benefits page where you can see the how Aston recognises the contributions staff make and the comprehensive rewards and benefits packages available for staff.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We recognise the value of flexible working.  Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at [email protected]