Lecturer in Macroeconomics R&t

**Job Purpose**
To undertake research of international excellence and contribute to knowledge exchange activities relative to the discipline in macroeconomics; contribute to learning and teaching on new and established 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 activities and delivering, organising and reviewing key areas of teaching and learning within the School.

**Main Duties and Responsibilities**3. Contribute fully to developing and enhancing the research profile of the School/College, including establishing a track record of high-quality publications.
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.
8. Supervise individual student projects at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, and to contribute to the supervision and training of postgraduate research students, as appropriate, to ensure their effective development.
10. Engage in professional development as appropriate
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.
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**For appointment at Grade 8, In addition to the duties and responsibilities above**:
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) or equivalent professional and/or teaching experience in a similar or related role.


**For Appointment at Grade 8**:
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.
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/School/Service.
C8: Ability to collaborate with colleagues in other disciplines and/or institutions in developing research.

**Experience**

**Essential**:
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**:
E4: Track record of scholarship and development and delivery of teaching, and proven ability to develop and devise teaching programmes, techniques, and methods.
E6: Experience of supervision of students at honours or postgraduate level
E7: Track record of continuous engagement with current practice and developing knowledge.

**Terms and Conditions**
Salary will be Grade 7/8, £38,474 - £43,155 -/ £47,047 - £54,421 per annum.
This post is full time (35 hrs per week) and open ended.
At the University of Glasgow (UofG) we are changing the way we engage with each other around research. By working in teams, building on each other’s ideas and making Glasgow the best place to develop a career, we aim to push the boundaries of scholarly knowledge and promote positive change in the world.
The University is seeking a Lecturer in Macroeconomics (R&T Track) within the Adam Smith Business School.
The postholder will undertake research of international excellenc