Tutor in Media, Culture and Society (2 positions available)

Job Purpose

To contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by undertaking a range of teaching, assessment and administrative duties, particularly in relation to the Media, Culture and Society MSc programme

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1.Contribute to the planning, organisation and delivery of PGT teaching within the media and cultural studies subject group[CH1] .

2.Deliver a range of teaching and assessment activities directed towards the delivery of large, international programmes.

3.Participate in a range of course administration duties, within required timescales, including effective communication of information, marking, assessment and timeous constructive feedback.

4. Assist with the development of appropriate teaching materials ensuring content and methods of delivery meet determined learning objectives.

5.Contribute to the effective use of learning technologies to support and enhance course delivery, course organisation, feedback and assessment. This may involve blended and/or online provision including the use of Moodle and other technologies

6. Apply knowledge of media, communications and culture to teaching that best meet the needs of individuals and small group seminar teaching to ensure an inclusive and evidence based approach that promotes student participation and learning outcome attainment.

7.Participate in the full assessment process using a variety of methods and techniques, including oral assessment, and provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students that supports their learning.

8.Assist with the supervision of student projects, dissertations, and any practical work, advising on skills, methods and techniques to assist the transfer of knowledge, and respond appropriately to the diverse range of learner support/ needs.

9. Facilitate student engagement and pastoral support and contribute towards a positive student experience

10. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate, including PgCap.

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

12. To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, Inspiring People Changing The World.

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:

A1.SCQF Level 10 [Honours degree] in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent.

A2.Specialist conceptual and practical understanding of media, culture and society.

Desirable

B1. PHD in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline.

B2. Knowledge of media research methods and the ability to apply these to develop innovative learning materials and teaching methods.

Skills

Essential:

C1. Excellent communication skills both oral and written.

C2.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

C3 Ability to accept collegiate responsibilities and act accordingly.

Desirable 

D1.Evidenced ability to work with large international cohorts ensuring inclusive classrooms.

Experience

Essential:

E1.1-2 years relevant experience of teaching within the social sciences.

E2.Relevant administrative experience [e.g. student support, course administration etc].

Desirable:

F1.Experience of embedding new technologies in teaching.

F2.Experience of supervision of student dissertations and projects.

PLEASE NOTE: This post has a required start date of 1st August 2024.

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 6, £32,332 - £36,024 per annum.

This post is full time and fixed term for up to 15 Months.

The University of Glasgow has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.  If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK, you will be required to meet the eligibility requirements of the visa route to be assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship.

Please note:

That this post may be eligible to be sponsored under the Skilled Worker visa route if tradeable points can be used under the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information please visit:  

https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

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.

3 A flexible approach to working.

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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Vacancy Reference Number: 142391

Closing Date: 26th April 2024