At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and inspire students in Business & Digital Transformation with innovative course materials.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking university dedicated to changing lives through education.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, flexible benefits, and a rewarding workplace culture.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of business students with cutting-edge technology and real-world applications.
- Qualifications: Master's degree required; PhD and teaching experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 51000 - 51000 £ per year.
Department: Academic / Canterbury Christ Church University partnership (CCCU) - (subject to validation)
Location: Leeds (On-Site)
Salary: £51,000 per annum
Type of Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)
Our Vision: Changing lives through education.
The role: We are currently seeking Lecturers to teach on a new BSc (Hons) Business & Digital Transformation programme (subject to validation). Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends. Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
What you'll be doing: As a Lecturer in Business & Digital Transformation, you will deliver modules across programming and computational thinking, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, data and information systems for business, digital transformation, responsible AI and digital ethics, technology entrepreneurship, and IT project management. You will develop and deliver course materials that translate technology and digital concepts into practical understanding for business students, helping them critically evaluate technology and apply it to real organisational problems. You will undertake all aspects of learning, teaching and assessment of students and keep up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices.
Responsibilities Include:
- All aspects of planning, delivering, and assessing student work, ensuring that all learning outcomes are met
- Developing, updating, and improving course materials as appropriate
- Using a variety of learning and teaching methods/materials
- Actively engaging in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties
- Understanding and keeping up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices
- Working towards a range of clearly defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and student progression
About You:
- You will hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable)
- You will have previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area
- You will be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of two or more of the following areas:
- Programming and Computational Thinking (including Python)
- Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
- Digital Transformation
- Data and Information Systems for Business
- Business Information Systems
- AI Tool Evaluation, Comparison and Critical Use
- Responsible AI, Digital Ethics and Governance
- Data Analytics and AI-supported Decision Making
- IT Project Management
- Cybersecurity and Digital Risk (Business/Application Perspective)
- Digital Platforms, Cloud and SaaS (Business/Application Perspective)
- UI/UX
- You will have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback
- You will have experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records
- You will be able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines
- You will have excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills
- You will be able to work with diverse groups of people
Desirable:
- You will hold a Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent)
- You will have experience of design / development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent
What We Offer:
- 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holiday
- 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
- Workplace pension scheme
- Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
- Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme and much more
- Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
- Reward and recognition programme
- £500 award employee referral scheme
- Discretionary annual performance bonus
GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.
Lecturer in Business & Digital Transformation - Leeds employer: GBS
Global Banking School is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the vibrant locations of East London and Manchester. With a strong focus on employee development and a commitment to quality assurance in education, staff enjoy opportunities for professional growth while contributing to meaningful improvements in the student experience. The supportive culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it a rewarding place to build a career in academic quality and improvement.
