Lecturer in Entrepreneurship in Bristol

Within our multi-award-winning team at the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, we have a vacancy for a Lecturer in Entrepreneurship. The Centre is a flagship component of the University of Bristol's strategy to further strengthen the links between education, research, entrepreneurship and innovation, and to leverage Bristol’s city and region as a unique asset on the international stage. Innovation is the application of creative solutions to real-world problems – and we are looking for individuals with practical industry experience who can guide, influence and inspire our innovators of the future.

The aim of our innovation programme is to produce a new kind of highly-skilled graduate whose training will enable them to change the world through new products, innovations and startups.

What will you be doing?

The role will involve supporting the development and delivery of entrepreneurship education, and undertaking associated administrative duties as required. A key element of the role is to develop practical applied learning approaches that utilise team and project-based studio learning. The post holder will play a central role in helping students, both individually and in groups, develop innovative solutions to problems and enable change. You will teach at a variety of levels and collaborate with academic colleagues to contribute to curriculum development. You will play a key role in evolving our teaching, learning and assessment strategies. You will use your knowledge, experience, qualifications and skills to inspire your students and to help them think differently. You will support the design and development of new or existing entrepreneurship activities, initiatives and programmes, including specific projects and non-accredited courses.

You should apply if:

• You have the expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• Involvement with start-ups – we are particularly focused on start-ups that have a meaningful digital footprint.
• Knowledge of entrepreneurial theory, strategy and finance.
• Experience of working with organisations to deliver impactful change.
• Expertise in approaches to deliver change.
• Significant experience of working in a relevant commercial or social environment or teaching experience in a higher education institute.
• Experience of current debates, trends and issues relating to the expanding field of Entrepreneurship and start-up cultures.
• Evidence of excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Evidence of ability to contribute effectively to the running of the University of Bristol’s Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
• Experience of fostering and developing entrepreneurial cultures.

Benefits of working for the University include:

• 32 days of annual leave pro rata per year (plus bank holidays).
• Automatic entry to an extremely generous pension scheme, with substantial employer contributions.
• Hybrid working environment.
• Inclusive culture, valuing the diversity of thought, beliefs and background.

Additional information

We welcome applications from anyone who meets the criteria and is enthusiastic about educating the next generation to bring about positive change. Applications should contain a covering letter (maximum two sides A4) and a CV (maximum three sides A4). This is not a research focused role and applications should recognise this.

For informal enquiries relating to this role please contact: Tom Ellson, Director of the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Tom.ellson@bristol.ac.uk

Contract type: Open-ended

Work pattern: 1 FTE with opportunity for part-time work for the right candidate

Grade: K

School/Unit: Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on 15th February.

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The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people – because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.