Lecturer in Applied Linguistics

2 weeks ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcastle University Full time

The Role

You will be part of a diverse and collegiate community of academics and professional services staff in the Applied Linguistics and Communication (ALC) subject area in the School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences (ECLS).

You will deliver and develop high-quality taught programmes ensuring an outstanding teaching experience for our students.

You will have a strong background in Applied Linguistics and/or TESOL with expertise in one or more of the following areas: spoken interaction (particularly in second language learning and teaching settings), TESOL for young learners, second language testing, curriculum and/or materials design, digital technology and language learning/teaching. You will make a significant contribution to teaching, personal tutoring, and supervision within the ALC subject area, in particular in our applied linguistics and TESOL postgraduate provision.

You will, as appropriate, contribute to academic administration/management within the School of ECLS.

You will contribute to the excellent research profile of the subject area and the school, carrying out high-quality research, publishing in internationally recognised journals, demonstrating research impact, securing research funding and supervising doctoral students.

We are committed to building and maintaining a fair and inclusive working environment. We would be happy to discuss arrangements for flexible working, including a combination of working on campus and remotely, and flexibility around start and finish times, appropriate to the needs of the role.

For more information about our team and the School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences, .

Any informal enquiries about this role should be directed to Dr Alina Schartner, Head of Applied Linguistics & Communication (), or Professor Julie Morris, Head of School of ECLS ().

To apply, please upload an up-to-date CV and letter of application outlining specific examples around how you meet the requirements set out in ‘The Person’ section below.

The post is full time, permanent.

Key Accountabilities

The responsibilities will include the following:

Teaching & Learning

Design and deliver high-quality and research-informed teaching in line with the teaching objectives of the subject area, the school, and the university Engage, challenge and support our students to discover and fulfil their potential both while they are studying with us and once they have graduated Mentor and provide timely support to students throughout their studies in the role of personal tutor Make a significant contribution to the design, assessment and development of modules on our postgraduate taught programmes focused on applied linguistics and TESOL Contribute to curriculum and programme development on the postgraduate taught programme(s) Supervise taught postgraduate students’ research projects (dissertations) across MA programmes

Research

Conduct and publish high-quality and impactful research that demonstrates international standards of excellence in terms of originality, significance and rigour in one or more of the following areas: spoken interaction (particularly in second language learning and teaching settings), TESOL for young learners, second language testing, curriculum and/or materials design, digital technology and language learning/teaching Have the depth and breadth of knowledge in an area relevant to Applied Linguistics and/or TESOL, which complements and extends our existing expertise, and which supports the development of new knowledge and understanding in the field Make a significant contribution to the research culture of the subject area, the school and the wider university by engaging with relevant research groups and meetings Develop your research profile by identifying and pursuing external and internal funding opportunities in line with the strategic priorities of the subject area, the school and the wider university Supervise postgraduate research (PGR) students in the subject area and the school in an area related to your subject and/or methodological expertise

Other

Contribute to the Vision, Mission and Strategy of the School of ECLS Operate as an active citizen in the diverse and collegiate community of the School of ECLS Have a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and ethics, responsibility and sustainability in both your teaching and research activities Contribute to global activities and development in the School of ECLS Undertake academic duties as required by the Head of School Undertake a range of administrative tasks and a defined management or administrative role (e.g. module leader, pathway lead, degree programme director) Contribute to the wider work of the school, faculty and university through input to project teams, working groups and committees

The Person

The level of appointment will be determined by your ability to meet the requirements of the person specification as outlined below.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Lecturer Grade F

Specialist subject knowledge in Applied Linguistics and/or TESOL, with a particular focus on one or more of the following areas: spoken interaction (particularly in second language learning and teaching settings), TESOL for young learners, second language testing, curriculum and/or materials design, or digital technology and language learning/teaching. Ability to deliver high quality, research-led and effective teaching that offers our students an outstanding educational experience Experience of teaching, supervising and assessing international postgraduate students in a higher education context Ability to engage with and respond enthusiastically and positively to a diverse range of students, including international students Ability to supervise taught postgraduate students’ research projects Evidence of ability to contribute to the research of the subject area in line with strategic priorities Ability to identify and pursue research funding Evidence of publications in leading international academic journals Evidence of, or potential to, develop engagement with external stakeholders, generating real-world impact from research Ability to supervise postgraduate research (PGR) students Demonstration of successful team working and ability to work collaboratively, constructively and flexibly within a team of academic and professional services colleagues Ability to communicate complex information clearly both orally and in writing Excellent organisational and time management skills Personal resilience in a context of change and fast paced environment Ability to contribute to the Vision and Strategy of the School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to ethics, responsibility and sustainability

Qualifications

Completed PhD in Applied Linguistics or a related area (essential)

Desirable

Recognised HE teaching qualification (or equivalent experience) 

Lecturer Grade G

In addition to providing evidence of your previous experience of the criteria above, to be considered for a Grade G Lectureship you must also meet the follow criteria

Extensive experience of supervision of undergraduate and/or taught postgraduate students’ research projects Substantial experience of designing, delivering and evaluating high quality teaching and learning material, resources and activities for students A sustained international/established research and innovation profile and proven track record of international and world-leading publications Evidence of developing and securing research grants A track record of engaging with external stakeholders, generating real-world impact from research Experience of attracting and supervising PGR students Ability to undertake a management and leadership role Evidence of active citizenship within a higher education context

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Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.

We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.

At Newcastle University we hold a silver award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.

In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe. 

Requisition ID: 27086


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