Job Details
Lecturer in Global Inequalities
Reference Number
027576
Location
Gilmorehill Campus / Main Building
College / Service
COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
Department
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL & POLITICAL SCIENCES
Job Family
Research And Teaching
Position Type
Full Time
Salary Range
£35,210 – £39,610/£43,266 – £50,132 per annum
Job Purpose
To undertake research of international excellence and contribute to knowledge exchange activities relative to the discipline, contribute to learning and teaching on agreed programmes and undertake administration and service activities in line with the School/College’s strategic objectives.
For appointment at Grade 8, a substantial contribution will include leading high-quality research and knowledge exchange activities and delivering, organising and reviewing key areas of teaching and learning within the School.
The School of Social and Political Sciences seeks to augment and complement
existing strengths in global economic, business, gender and/or medical history
through appointment of a Lecturer in Global Inequalities. The candidate will be
based in the Economic and Social History subject area, and we welcome
applications from candidates with ability to work across disciplinary
boundaries. The theme of inequality is already embedded in the ESH curriculum
at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and research-led teaching by a new
specialist member of staff will enhance this still further, in particular
through delivery of core and specialist courses in the MSc in Global Economy
programme; the Erasmus Mundus International Masters programme in Global
Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL); and the MSc in History programme.
Preference is for appointment of a candidate with a 20th century focus. The
geographic speciality is open, although an appointment with a specialism in
East Asia or the Indian subcontinent would be desirable.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. Develop and progress
externally funded individual/joint research projects of international standard
either collaboratively or with the support of a mentor, as required.
2. Write up research findings/outcomes for publication in leading international
journals for dissemination as appropriate, identifying potential sources and
contributing to funding applications as an individual or team member.
3. Contribute fully to developing and enhancing the research profile of the
School/College, including establishing a track record of high-quality
publications, public engagement and developing relationships with knowledge
exchange partners as appropriate.
4. Contribute to the planning, organisation and delivery of innovative teaching
on undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses within the subject area in
accordance with the subject’s priorities including accepting responsibilities as
course co-ordinator for one or more courses.
5. Contribute to the on-going development and design of the curriculum in a
manner that supports a research-led and scholarly approach to student learning
and assessment in the discipline and/or profession.
6. Participate fully in examination and other assessment processes, as
appropriate, using a variety of methods and techniques and to provide
effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students to support their
learning.
7. Contribute to the development of theory and practice in area of disciplinary
expertise.
8. Supervise individual student projects at undergraduate and/or postgraduate
level to complete within agreed timelines, and to write/ support applications
for funding for future PGR students. Contribute to the supervision and training
of postgraduate research students, as appropriate, to ensure their effective
development
9. Take on administrative, leadership or management roles within the
subject/School as assigned by the Head of School.
10. Engage in professional development as appropriate to support your future
career
11. To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile
in line with the University’s Strategic Plan – Inspiring People – Changing the
World. http://www.gla.ac.uk/about/strategy/people/
For appointment at Grade 8:
In addition to the duties and responsibilities above:
12. Pursue and deliver independent research proposals and/or collaborative research projects, with substantial contribution as PI or work package lead, project managing research activities, supervising and taking responsibility for the research team. Securing external resources to support research individually and/or jointly, as appropriate to disciplinary norms.
13. Make a substantial contribution to developing and enhancing the research
profile of the School/College. Establishing and leading research collaborations
with appropriate individuals and groups within the University, including
multi-disciplinary links, and developing external research collaborations both
nationally and internationally, to ensure that research activities are at the
forefront of the field.
14. Take a lead in the on-going development and design of the curriculum in a
manner which supports a research-led and scholarly approach to student learning
and assessment, making a substantial contribution to the teaching and learning
activities within the School.
15. Develop new and effective approaches to the use of learning technologies to
support and enhance course delivery, organisation, feedback and assessment.
16. Develop a growing portfolio of research outputs and activities and support
early career staff in developing their own portfolio.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential:
A1: Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) in the subject
area or cognate field, or equivalent professional and/or teaching experience in
a similar or related role.
A2: Sufficient breadth and/or depth of knowledge in the specialist discipline
and of research/teaching methods and techniques to work within the subject
area.
A3 Emerging national/international research profile in the subject area
For Appointment at Grade 8:
A4: Extensive breadth and depth of knowledge in the specialist discipline to
develop research and teaching programmes and methodologies.
A5: Established reputation in research and teaching, including an international
research profile in the subject area.
A6: Membership of relevant professional body, where appropriate.
Skills
Essential:
C1: Ability to communicate material of a specialist or highly technical nature
and to be effective both orally and in writing at a level appropriate to the
activity.
C2: Ability to engage the interest and enthusiasm of students to inspire
learning and to provide pastoral care to students within the subject area.
C3: Ability to apply policy, practice and procedures including broader
University/sector/external (e.g. commercial) awareness.
C4: Ability to work on own initiative to contribute to the research and
teaching activities within the subject area and wider School environment.
C5: Effective organisation skills to manage time and prioritise as appropriate
research, teaching and administrative responsibilities.
For Appointment at Grade 8:
C6: Ability to communicate complex or conceptual ideas to those with limited
knowledge and understanding, and developing early career academic colleagues.
C7: Ability to contribute to broader leadership and management activities along
with an awareness of current and future priorities of the University, College
and School.
C8: Ability to collaborate with colleagues in other disciplines and/or
institutions in developing research.
Experience
Essential:
E1: Experience of planning and progressing work activities within professional
guidelines or organisational policy, applying initiative and independent
judgement.
E2: Developing track record of research outputs compatible with enhancing the
School’s research profile in accordance with School objectives.
For Appointment at Grade 8:
E3: Established track record of research outputs and of applying for, and
securing, external research funding compatible with enhancing the School’s
research profile in accordance with School objectives.
E4: Track record of scholarship and development and delivery of teaching, and
proven ability to develop and devise teaching programmes, techniques and
methods.
E5: Experience of planning and progressing work activities within professional
guidelines or organisational policy, applying initiative and independent
judgement.
E6: Experience of supervision of students at honours or postgraduate level
E7: Track record of continuous engagement with current practice and developing
knowledge.
Job Features
Dimensions:
Produce publications as appropriate to subject specialism within agreed
timescales
Participate in the supervision of postgraduate students, including PhDs, to
complete within agreed timeframes
Participate in public engagement activities
Develop and maintain relationships with knowledge exchange partners
Actively develop and extend the impact of your work with outside partners,
publics and organisations
Develop and deploy effective learning and teaching resources, as agreed with
relevant stakeholders, e.g. Heads of Subject/School.
Design, implement and evaluate teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate
programmes as appropriate.
Actively participate in appropriate Subject/School/College and University
committees.
Actively contribute to the research life of the subject area/discipline/School
or interdisciplinary themes through participation in and leadership of
research, knowledge exchange and impact activities.
Actively contribute to University, College and School research strategy,
attending and presenting at high profile international conference and acting as
principal investigator on research grants.
Contribute to international and national research developments through
membership of scholarly and advisory bodies
For Appointment at Grade 8:
Play a leading role in developing University, College and School research
strategy, attending and presenting at high profile international conference and
taking responsibility for key research activities within subject specialism.
Make a substantial contribution to international and national research
developments through committee membership on scholarly and advisory bodies.
Design and deliver a range of courses/modules at all levels, underpinned by
research/scholarship.
Take responsibility for student supervision and supporting/coaching early
career staff in the relevant subject area.
Planning and Organising
Organise workload and manage time effectively to undertake all research,
teaching and administrative duties and professional activity.
Participate in the planning and implementation of research, teaching and
administration at all levels within and beyond the School, including the
identification of new initiatives.
Plan, organise, deliver and evaluate learning and teaching activities and carry
out assessment at a variety of levels.
Plan and prepare applications for research funding.
Plan and deliver events, e.g., seminars, conferences and knowledge exchange
activities.
For Appointment at Grade 8:
Play a leading role in the planning and implementation of research, teaching
and administration at all levels within and beyond the School, including the
identification of new initiatives.
Undertake management of programmes and courses, as directed by the Head of
School and/or the Head of Subject.
Decision Making
Prioritise work in line with agreed Subject/School objectives including
assessment processes, course content and committee advice.
Take responsibility for an agreed element of planned research, demonstrating
leadership and making decisions on research methodology, submission of grant
applications and choice of journals for publication.
Monitor and evaluate the content and delivery of relevant teaching programmes
and proactively adapt and innovate teaching to advance learning and the subject
area.
Act as first point of contact for enquires from students within the subject
area and provide appropriate pastoral care.
For Appointment at Grade 8:
Take responsibility for an agreed research project, demonstrating leadership
and making decisions on research methodology, submission of grant applications
and choice of journals for publication and supervising members of research team
where appropriate.
Decisions on course content, teaching methods, and applications by students;
selection and liaison with External Examiners as appropriate.
Internal/External Relationships
Internal:
Exchange relevant information with the Programme Leaders,
Undergraduate/Postgraduate Directors, Heads of Subject and other relevant staff
to ensure that School strategic objectives are met and that University
protocols relating to quality assurance and programme enhancement are enacted.
Develop effective relationships with students and provide advice and support
conducive to enhancing their academic engagement and learning, and, where
relevant, seek advice from the University’s Student Support Services.
Develop effective relationships with academic and administrative colleagues in
order to facilitate information exchange and to encourage effective research
and teaching.
For Appointment at Grade 8:
Develop effective relationships with academic colleagues for advice, providing
support and guidance to early career academics as appropriate.
External:
Interaction with academic colleagues in other Universities (including external
examiners) both nationally and internationally, and professional organisations
to support exchange and collaboration.
Interaction with knowledge exchange partners both nationally and
internationally to support shared collaborative activities
Develop the impact of your work through engagement with policy makers,
practitioners and wider organisations
Participate in a range of student recruitment activities and build
relationships with prospective students, as appropriate.
Engage with Research Councils, charitable bodies and other external sources of
research funding.
For Appointment at Grade 8:
Play a leading role in arranging and participating in student recruitment
activities and support early career staff in building relationships with
prospective students, as appropriate.
Problem Solving
Propose alternative strategies and negotiate alternative arrangements in
overcoming any problems.
Resolve issues of an academic nature arising in relation to research/teaching.
Provide advice to students and resolve issues or redirect as appropriate in
order to provide effective pastoral care.
For Appointment at Grade 8:
Play a leading role in supporting early career staff and in providing pastoral
care to students, resolving issues as they arise.
Standard Terms & Conditions
The salary will be on the
Research and Teaching Grade 7/8, £35,210 – £39,610/43,266 – £50,132 per annum.
This post is open ended and full time.
The successful applicant will be eligible to join the Universities’
Superannuation Scheme. Further information regarding the scheme is available
from the Superannuation Officer, who is also prepared to advise on questions
relating to the transfer of Superannuation benefits.
All research and related activities, including grants, donations, clinical
trials, contract research, consultancy and commercialisation are required to be
managed through the University’s relevant processes (e.g. contractual and
financial), in accordance with the University Court’s policies.
Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.
New entrants to the University will be required to serve a probationary period
of 6 months.
The successful applicant of this post will be enrolled onto the University’s
Early Career Development Programme (ECDP). This will provide for you as an
early career academic staff member to be developed and supported over a
specified timeframe to facilitate the advancement of your academic
career.
Information on the programme can be found on our website at:
http://www.gla.ac.uk/services/humanresources/all/pay/ecdp/policy/
Vacancy Reference: 027576; Closing Date: 22 August 2019.
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