The School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Biomedical Science (Learning, Teaching & Scholarship) to contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by undertaking a range of teaching, assessment, and administrative duties at undergraduate level, in relation to the early years curriculum of Undergraduate Medicine at Glasgow University and as requested by the Programme Director/Head of Subject.
The Undergraduate Medical School is renowned for pioneering teaching methods and superb facilities for undergraduate and postgraduate study. The School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing is part of the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences.
Job Purpose
To contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by undertaking a range of teaching, assessment, and administrative duties at undergraduate level.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. Contribute to the planning, organisation, and delivery of undergraduate teaching.
2. Deliver a range of teaching including problem-based learning and lab-based learning alongside assessment activities directed towards the delivery of subjects at undergraduate level.
3. Participate in a range of course administration duties, 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.
6. Apply specialist knowledge to teaching that best meets the needs of individuals and groups of learners.
7. Participate in the full assessment process using a variety of methods and techniques, including oral assessment, and provide effective, timely feedback to students.
8. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.
9. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School.
10. Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan.
Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential
1. SCQF Level 12 [PhD] in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent in a related discipline and/or teaching experience.
2. Sufficient breadth and/or depth of knowledge in one or more of the biomedical science disciplines and of teaching methods and techniques.
3. Thorough knowledge and ability to apply policy, practice, and procedures including broader University and Sector (medical education) awareness.
4. Up-to-date knowledge and specialist understanding in the field with an ability to engage the interest and enthusiasm of students.
Desirable
1. Professional teaching qualification or working towards one.
Skills
Essential
1. Ability to communicate material of a specialist or highly technical nature effectively.
2. Ability to work on own initiative to contribute to the activities within the subject area.
3. A strong team player who can evidence constructive working relationships.
4. Collaborative, co-operative, and pro-active approach to all elements of the role.
5. Effective organisation skills to manage time and prioritise responsibilities.
Experience
Essential
1. Experience of planning and progressing work activities within professional guidelines.
2. Evidence of interest and experience in innovative and technology-enhanced learning and teaching approaches.
3. Developing track record of scholarship/research outputs compatible with enhancing the School’s research profile.
Terms and Conditions
Salary will be Grade 7, £40,247 - £45,163 per annum pro rata. This post is part-time, 17.5 hours per week, working over 2.5 days and fixed term for up to 12 months.
Informal Enquiries should be directed to Professor Malcolm Shepherd, Head of Undergraduate Medical School, Malcolm.Shepherd@glasgow.ac.uk
Closing Date: 20 February 2025 at 23:45.
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