Lecturer in Paramedic Practice

**Job Summary**:
At Robert Gordon University (RGU) we are proud of our excellence in education and research and we are offering an opportunity to join our great team as a Lecturer in Paramedic Practice. RGU is an innovative, inclusive, and ambitious University, focused on the impact of its demand-led teaching and research. RGU delivers a high-quality vocational education and relevant curriculum which provides learners with the skills they require to thrive throughout their careers. As a result, the university has a reputation for producing graduates that are highly sought after by employers. Over the last decade RGU has consistently had one of the best records of any UK university for graduate level employment. It celebrates a high-quality student experience and is currently ranked in the top three universities in Scotland for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey. It has been named as a Top University for Satisfaction and Employability (Guardian University Guide 2023).

The School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedic Practice is a vibrant academic community and the main provider of both undergraduate and postgraduate nursing, midwifery and paramedic education in the North of Scotland. Our vision is to transform health and social care in urban, remote and rural areas and our new School Strategy sets out how we will achieve that.

What we can offer you:
A full-time, permanent position, but we will consider different and flexible contract types, such as part-time working. Whilst we are focussed on educating the next generation of Nurses, Midwives and Paramedics, we also appreciate the need to retain skills in the health profession, so we may consider part and full time secondments from your current role.
A competitive salary, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, including closure every Christmas and New Year.
An option for hybrid working in line with our HR policy.
You will be supported to engage in scholarship and research for your professional and personal development.
We are committed to inclusion, the health and wellbeing of our staff and to the sustainability of our environment.

RGU's ultra-modern campus, located on the outskirts of the vibrant and prosperous city of Aberdeen, offers a superb place to live, work and develop your career. A relocation package is available to assist with your transition to RGU, where you’ll enjoy working in one of the most impressive university settings in the UK, with first-class educational infrastructure and outstanding sporting and leisure facilities, all set against a stunning rural backdrop on the banks of the river Dee. More information can be found in our Relocation Policy

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**RESPONSIBLE TO**: Principal Lecturer
**RESPONSIBLE FOR**: No line management responsibility
**PURPOSE OF THE POST**: The lecturing role is predominantly to contribute to the School portfolio which includes undergraduate and postgraduate education, post registration CPD, scholarly activity and research.

**PRINCIPAL DUTIES**: The responsibilities of the post holder will be to:
Participate in the development and preparation of teaching materials.
Provide tutorial and personal guidance for students.
Supervises undergraduate and postgraduate projects.
Participate in curriculum development and in particular contributes to the introduction of new methods of teaching, learning and assessment.
Assists in the supervision of students as appropriate during their clinical learning experience.
Promotes and markets the School and its courses to local, national and international clientele.
Other activities as deemed appropriate by the Associate Dean or the Dean of School.

**Person Specifications**:
**ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS**
**Qualifications and Professional Memberships**
Current registration with the Health and Care Profession Council (HCPC)

**Knowledge**
Knowledge and awareness of current policy and priorities relevant to professional practice.
Knowledge of relevant HCPC Standards for education and training.

**Experience**
Recent relevant clinical and/or educational experience

**DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS**
**Qualifications and Professional Memberships**
PhD or Higher Degree e.g. Masters in relevant discipline
PGCert in Teaching and Learning or equivalent / willing to work towards achieving this.

**Knowledge and Experience**
Evidence of contribution to Professional Body Activity e.g. locally or nationally.
Evidence of teaching and learning/practice education in professional practice.

**Behaviours**:
**Behaviour 1: Communication -** Ability to receive, understand and convey information requiring careful explanation and information of a complex or conceptual nature, in a clear and accurate manner

**Behaviour 2: Teaching and Learning Support - **Experience of providing standard information or delivering teaching or training, designing content or learning materials within existing frameworks and developing innovative approaches