Teaching Associate

1 month ago

Cambridge, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

Applications are invited for the post of Teaching Associate (Researcher Development) based within the Cambridge Centre for Teaching and Learning (CCTL).  We are the University's central provider of professional development activity for postgraduate research (PGR) students. Our team work in partnership across the collegiate university to design and coordinate a diverse programme of activities and resources for postgraduate researchers, as well as acting as a hub for postgraduate researcher development provision in the University.

We are seeking someone who is creative and has exceptional planning, facilitation, organisational and interpersonal skills to help shape and deliver our programme of development support for our postgraduate research students.

The successful applicant will have a doctoral-level qualification (or equivalent), some relevant experience and will be encouraged to bring a highly professional and proactive approach to the role. With strong communication and organisational skills, you will be comfortable working both independently as well as collaboratively, both within and outside the immediate team. This will require an ability to forge productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will also be able to switch between tasks and manage multiple projects to competing deadlines. You will join a busy and engaged team with support available to enhance your own professional development.

If you have experience and understanding of the context and challenges of postgraduate research, awareness of PGR policy and wider research culture, and enjoy working with colleagues and postgraduate research students to support their development, then we would welcome your application for this key role in our team.

The University of Cambridge is one of the world's foremost universities and a renowned centre for research, education and scholarship. Their sustained pursuit of academic excellence is built on a long history of world-leading teaching and research within a distinctive collegiate system. Today, the University comprises 150 faculties and departments and is a globally diverse institution with students from over 147 different countries.

This role is part of the Academic Career Pathways scheme for Teaching & Scholarship staff.  CCTL is based within Education Services, located centrally on the New Museums Site.

Working pattern: Full-time

Additional information regarding the role can be found within the Further Particulars. When applying, please ensure that you outline how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification of the Further Particulars (the knowledge, skills, and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview based upon these criteria.

For any queries, please contact: Dr Annette Mahon, Deputy Head of the Centre for Teaching and Learning (am354@cam.ac.uk).

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 17th April 2024

Expected interview date: Monday 29th April 2024

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit: www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/45455.

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact SSCjobs@admin.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference AK40715 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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