Please note, this vacancy is open to internal applicants only Fixed term until December 2026, part time, 18.5 hours per week (0.5 FTE, flexibility on how these hours are worked) Band 6 - £42,632 to £47,874 per annum, pro rata About the Post The posts have been created because of the expansion of the postgraduate (PG) Business courses at the University of Suffolk. Working primarily within our International Business Management (IBM) programme. The post-holder will work with colleagues to deliver our international postgraduate programmes, whilst acting as a dissertation supervisor. We would be particularly interested in academics with postgraduate experience in modules covering International Business or International Marketing or Change Management or Decision Making and Managing People Effectively; thus, experience working with, or alongside, these sectors/areas will be an advantage. It would also be advantageous to have some course leader experience of postgraduate programmes. About the Team The business subject area is going through a period of rapid growth of our postgraduate programmes and require additional resource. Although the team is small currently, we expect to see resources grow alongside the growth of several programmes. Collaboration is key to our success with most staff involved in teaching across programmes, working with colleagues in other schools or departments and engaging with professional practice, knowledge exchange and research. Our focus is on supporting one another to succeed together and will look for the post-holder to demonstrate a commitment to working in this manner. About You You will have a background with experience in teaching and developing postgraduate-level courses. Specialisation in areas such as International Business, International Marketing, Change Management, Decision Making, and Managing People Effectively is highly desirable. Dissertation supervision is also important to this role and experience in supervising postgraduate dissertations, guiding students through the research process, and ensuring high academic standards. Skills, Attributes and Responsibilities Collaborative Mindset: The post-holder should be comfortable working within a team-oriented environment where collaboration with colleagues across various disciplines and departments is essential. Adaptability: A proactive approach to adapting teaching methods and content to suit the needs of a diverse, international student body. Teaching and Delivery: Delivering engaging and high-quality teaching across international business management modules and possibly other postgraduate courses as needed. Supervision and Guidance: Acting as a dissertation supervisor for postgraduate students, providing mentorship and academic guidance throughout their research. Collaboration and Support: Working closely with the growing team to ensure a cohesive approach to teaching and learning. This includes participation in interdisciplinary collaborations and contribution to school-wide activities. Student Engagement: Fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that encourages student participation and achievement. Benefits Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days. Agile and flexible working, including family friendly policies. We offer a competitive pension scheme through USS. Staff discounts at a number of local amenities. Discounted membership at various Ipswich Fit sites: unlimited access to gyms, swimming lanes, fitness classes and discounted racket sports. We offer up to a 100% fee waiver for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions. Cycle to Work scheme. Electric vehicle salary sacrifice. Wellbeing programmes. Staff recognition annual awards. Closing Date: Wednesday 20 November 2024 Interview Date: To be held week commencing 25 November 2024 For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Dr Ross Kemble, Associate Director of the Leadership and Management Academy and email address r.kembleuos.ac.uk Please see the Job Application Guidance to support your application. We are a values driven organisation, committed to ensuring we remain a beacon for aspiration and achievement, while providing a great environment to work and study. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and we encourage applications from under-represented groups. We believe sustainability is fundamental to our culture and our business as usual working practice, and are commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), whilst actively addressing resource usage and climate and biodiversity degradation. We are seeking passionate individuals who share this commitment, aligning with our strategic initiatives and procedures to drive positive change and contribute to a more sustainable future.