Assistant Professor
2 weeks ago
Academic Development Programme - new Assistant Professors will undertake a 5-year development programme, at the end of which they are expected to be promoted to Associate Professor. The programme consists of a variety of development opportunities and the time to reflect and develop.
The Assistant Professor Teacher Education: Science Chemistry will work within the Department of Teacher Education in the School of Education to contribute to curriculum design, teaching and assessment of the PGCE (QTS) Science: Chemistry subject specialism within the Secondary PGCE (QTS) programme. The tutor will draw upon their excellent practitioner knowledge of physical sciences, and chemistry in particular, to provide a variety of subject specific pedagogical input to science specialist components of the programme. Proven expertise in chemistry specialist teacher education and secondary chemistry teaching in schools is important. The post holder will also contribute to programme development beyond the chemistry specialist components, supporting students and mentors on placements, teaching, assessment, and Professional Enquiry We expect that the role holder would work with specialist academic departments on recruitment pipeline activities.
Main Duties
Education
You will contribute across the range of teaching and learning activities:
- contribute to leading curriculum development and/or renewal;
- develop and manage approaches to teaching and learning that are best practice in the subject area or institution;
- advise others on aspects of learning, teaching and assessment;
Management/Administration
To contribute to Departmental /School administration. This may include:
- contributing to the administration/management of teaching across the Department/School;
- where appropriate, leading and managing a team to devise and implement a new and/or revised process (e.g. new programme or a recruitment drive);
- advising on personal development of colleagues and students;
Citizenship
Contributing to an inclusive working environment:
- pursuing your activities in a way that helps others to pursue their activities effectively and efficiently;
- demonstrating a willingness to be involved in a variety of activities supporting University life (e.g., participation in graduation, Departmental/School committees);
Person Specification
- Typically, a higher degree relevant to the teaching area (usually PhD) or equivalent qualification, or near completion.
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Significant, recent teaching experience in a secondary school or on a programme of Initial Teacher Education.
Pre-employment DBS
The University is committed to safeguarding and we promote safe recruitment practice, therefore all associated pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Due to the nature of the work undertaken in this role all successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory DBS clearance prior to appointment.
For informal enquiries, please contact: Dr Donna Dawkins
To download the full job description and details of this position and submit an electronic application online please click on the 'Apply' button.
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We value diversity and inclusion at the University of Birmingham and welcome applications from all sections of the community and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working
£45,585 to £54,395 full time starting salary range, with potential progression once in post to £61,198. Grade: 8
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