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About the College/Department
The Discipline of Built Environment is part of the School of Engineering within the College of Science and Engineering.
Construction and quantity surveying professionals in all disciplines play a key role in laying the foundations for the future of our country and the world. Whether your passion lies in developing the next innovation in technology, or in the building of key infrastructure. Our construction and quantity surveying courses promise to help you develop an analytical mind and equip you with practical skills.
About the Role
As a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, you will provide subject expertise in Quantity Surveying and Construction and wider built environment subject areas, for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the School of Engineering.
We are seeking an innovative academic to develop and deliver a dynamic range of learning materials in quantity surveying, construction management, and related subjects. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality, accessible learning experiences that align with the University's strategic objectives, placing employability and real-world learning at the core of the curriculum.
In addition, you will engage in research that influences cutting-edge practice, enhances research-led teaching, and contributes to the Research Excellence Framework (REF). As the programme leader for the Quantity Surveying and Construction Management programme, you will also spearhead the development of new degree apprenticeship programmes in these fields.
About You
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in higher education and expertise in delivering engaging and inspiring learning experiences. You will have demonstrable experience within your discipline, contributing to the development of new knowledge in the field.
Experience working with Degree Apprenticeships, whether in industry or academia, is essential, along with a proven track record in teaching, leading, or developing degree apprenticeship courses. A strong understanding of the contemporary construction industry, particularly quantity surveying practices, is required, with an emphasis on the progressive digitisation of the industry.
If you're passionate about shaping the future of education, we invite you to apply!
Benefits
Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
Teacher’s Pension Scheme
Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
Discounted onsite gym
Discounted access to Devonshire Spa
Cycle to Work scheme
A flexible working environment
A commitment to personal and professional development
Key Contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Joanna Poon, Head of Discipline - Built Environment via j.poon@derby.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk
This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£38,700 per annum).
If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:
Your job is on the Immigration Skills List
You’re under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training
You have a PhD level qualification that’s relevant to your job
You have a postdoctoral position in science or higher education
Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.
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If you are successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The post for which you are applying is exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 requiring any spent convictions to be declared. Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.
To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.