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Senior Lecturer in Business ManagementVacancy Ref 51494 Location Birmingham Salary £46,974 per annum Closing Date Sunday, March 23, 2025 - ABOUT US - The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828. UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere. Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience: • 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2024) • 1st in Wales for 7 subjects and Top 10 in the UK for 3 subjects (Guardian University League Table 2024) Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education. We are looking for a Senior Lecturer in Business Management and DBA programme manager to join our Birmingham campus on a Full-time, Permanent basis, working 37 hours per week. - THE ROLE - The Senior Lecturer in Business Management and DBA programme manager will be required to devise a range of teaching and assessment materials, covering several modules and subject areas within the DBA (Doctor of Business Administration) programme. The DBA is a professional doctorate which provides a structured programme of study through taught modules at Part I and a research thesis at Part II, closely integrated with an individual’s professional career development. The Senior Lecturer is expected to contribute to the intellectual life of the Institute and the wider University, as well as championing their individual research fields and/or academic specialism. They will be required to lead and/or teach modules such as Quantitative Research Methods, Research Principles and Philosophy, Theoretical Perspectives on Management and Research Dissertation. The ability and willingness to lead on other postgraduate business management programmes will be an advantage. The post holder will deliver teaching in a variety of different learning environments and use a variety of teaching styles and approaches, including all levels of undergraduate study and, where appropriate, postgraduate study. The post holder will offer both academic and pastoral feedback and support to students to the highest professional standards and the ongoing enhancement of the student experience. This will include the development of a wide variety of lifelong learning competencies for DBA students across both Part I and Part II of the programme. The post holder will undertake scholarship, research, training or project work, either individually or within a team, to ensure ongoing professional development and to enhance the profile of the Academic Discipline, Institute and University. The post holder will make a positive contribution to the day-to-day activities of the Academic Discipline that may cover areas such as dissertation supervision, student recruitment, marketing activities, research seminars and workshops, staff training and professional development. - MAIN DUTIES - • Offer teaching and student support in an area of Business and Management at undergraduate and postgraduate level of study, either individually or as a member of a teaching team. • Contribute to stakeholder engagement, course delivery and development of wider strategic initiatives. • Contribute to the development of operational plans for the delivery of the DBA Programme, providing information to enable efficient and effective planning that meets programme objectives. • Offer teaching in a variety of learning settings from seminar and small group tutorials, practical skills work, to personal development, using appropriate and engaging teaching styles, within an established programme of study and to relevant professional standards. • Design and develop teaching materials, assessment methods and criteria, for individual modules or modules within a specific subject area, with a clear awareness and understanding of relevant QA requirements. • Supervise the work of students in a timely, professional and supportive manner, providing necessary advice on study skills, research methods, assessment and dissertation work. • Offer appropriate advice, feedback, support, and encouragement to students, in both an academic and personal tutor role, ensuring a high quality student experience. • Undertake programme management responsibilities • Undertake relevant scholarly and research activity, either as part of a collaborative project or individually, as a means of updating knowledge in an appropriate specialism and underpinning effective learning and teaching, or for seeking publication, knowledge transfer, public dissemination, or for funding and grant opportunities. • Engage in continuing professional development and enhancement, for example, through gaining membership of the Higher Education Academy, relevant University staff development or membership of a professional body. • Undertake appropriate administrative tasks to ensure the effective operation and management of the curriculum and, at the request of a line manager, undertake a small cross-programme or School administrative role such as student admissions, involvement in marketing and open day initiatives. • Be an active and enthusiastic member of the Discipline, working collaboratively with colleagues, participating in school boards and staff-student committees, attending, where appropriate, Faculty working groups and committees, and making a positive contribution to the overall culture and environment of the School. - REQUIREMENTS - You should have: • A PhD/DBA in a relevant discipline or any other doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline • Experience in teaching, delivery, assessment and student support at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level in a relevant subject area • Experience in the design and development of module content at Postgraduate and Doctoral level. • Evidence of good organisational and personal management skills, including successful PhDs/DBA completions. • Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively • IT proficiency and experience of using e-resources • Evidence of the ability to balance competing pressures of teaching, scholarship, research, administrative demands and deadlines Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria. -BENEFITS - Our employees get access to a great pay and benefits package in recognition of their valued contribution including: • Generous annual leave entitlement of 35 days’ annual leave per year, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days • Pension scheme membership from USS to provide benefits for you and your family • Family-friendly policies that provide for flexible working, including additional paid maternity and paternity leave • Career and development opportunities, including support to gain further qualifications • Support for mental health and wellbeing, including occupational health and counselling support services • Travel schemes, including the cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan scheme • Salary sacrifice vehicle leasing scheme for electric or hybrid cars. - HOW TO APPLY - Please note, this application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your answers to the application questions only and, in particular, your Supporting Statement. Closing date: 23rd March 2025, at 11:59 pm Function Academic Status Full Time Type Permanent Hours 37
