University of Warwick
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Assistant or Associate Professor (Teaching & Online Programmes)
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University of Warwick
Job description
Assistant or Associate Professor (Teaching & Online Programmes) (110079-0125)LocationUniversity of Warwick Campus, CoventryDepartmentPsychologyPosition TypePermanentSalary(Assistant) £46,485 to £55,295 per annum / (Associate) £56,921 to £65,814 per annumAbout the RoleFor informal queries, please email Prof. Derrick Watson (Head of Department – Psychology) at [email protected].As part of an exciting new development, the Department of Psychology is working to develop new, online, provision. It is expected that this venture will initially include a new, BPS accredited, MSc Conversion course with further courses to follow.This role will provide the initial development of this online provision, working to develop materials, create new courses and ensure that the provision meets the required standards. It will provide leadership and management for the programme, and work closely with external partners as well as staff and students.About YouThe department of Psychology are looking to appoint a collaborative, inspiring and student-centred leader to manage the new online provision. Applications are invited for one post as Assistant or Associate Professor, dependent on experience.Applicants will be able to demonstrate their passion for education, and be expected to have worked on the development of new programmes / taught provision They should be able to use their expertise to address challenges, showing an ability to innovate and work in partnership with others.Applicants will have a first degree and a PhD in Psychology or closely related area. Successful applicants will have a strong teaching track record in the higher education sector, and evidence of producing and delivering research-based teaching.All excellent candidates are welcome, although we are particularly interested in candidates who have experience of the online and/or distance provisionFor further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.About the DepartmentThis position offers an opportunity to join a vibrant and inclusive community at the University of Warwick which is rated 10th in the UK and 64th in the World (QS world university rankings 2023).The Department of Psychology attracts a vibrant, high-achieving community of undergraduate and postgraduate students, delivers high quality teaching using a blend of traditional and innovative teaching methods, and consistently achieves high scores in the National Student Satisfaction survey.Applicants must therefore also be able to show commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate education.The successful applicants will be encouraged to innovate with teaching delivery. We believe that collegiality, openness, inclusivity and diversity are essential for an excellent research and teaching environment.Our workplace ethic has enabled us to gain the Athena SWAN Silver award. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited by this role, we encourage you to apply.We also encourage applications from all groups with protected characteristics traditionally under-represented in STEM fields.For those eligible, the University offers relocation and Immigration Support Scheme packages to assist with costs of relocating and any associated visa applications and HIS (health) surcharge fees.About the UniversityBorn in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.You’ll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.*QS World University Rankings 2024** Research Excellence Framework 2021To find out more about us visit ourHow to ApplyCLOSING DATE: Sunday 16 February 2025 at 11.55pmTo apply, please click ‘Apply’ below and submit an application form by the closing date. Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 11.30pm).Please attach a CV and cover letter.
- Your CV should include your most recent employment experience, any other relevant experience, and education history.
- Your cover letter must detail how you meet each of the essential criteria found in the Job Description document below (desirable criteria too, where possible).
Please see for guidance on writing a cover letter. We recommend using individual criteria as headers and giving examples below, though you are free to format the letter as you wish.Please note that ALL essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.To streamline our hiring processes, we can only accept applications via our official website, .Interview Date: TBCStart Date: 06 April 2025What we OfferWe will provide you with a great range of benefits, which include an attractive pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy, and onsite childcare facilities.We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer you access to flexible working, for more information click .We are proud to say that we are a .If you are considering relocating to the UK, read our to find out more about what Warwick has to offer and what might be involved in the process.Our Commitment to InclusionWarwick is committed to building an organisation of mutual respect and dignity, promoting a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. Where possible, we go beyond legislation to provide a place where everyone can thrive, supporting all staff to achieve their full potential. We aspire to remove economic, social, and cultural barriers that may otherwise prevent people from succeeding.We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all communities regardless of culture, background, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion/belief, or sexual or romantic orientation. To find out more about our social inclusion work at Warwick visit our webpages .The University currently holds a , and a . The University of Warwick is also one of the six founder institutions of the .Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.In line with the DBS Code of Practice, the successful candidates for any roles involving regulated activity, will be subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level. The University will take all necessary measures to ensure that any individual subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group specified (i.e. children and/or adults).We expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share our commitment to safeguarding.Rehabilitation of Ex-OffendersThe University undertakes not to discriminate against anyone who makes a disclosure relating to a conviction. The information disclosed at application stage is only visible to the central DBS team (i.e. not recruiting managers) to ensure there is no bias during the shortlisting process.Job Description
Expected salary
£46485 – 55295 per year
Location
Coventry
Job date
Sun, 26 Jan 2025 05:11:46 GMT
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