Senior Lecturer in Historic Conservation and Building Pathology in Oxford

Senior Lecturer in Historic Conservation and Building Pathology (part-time, 0.6FTE) at grade 10/11, depending on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. £47,389, rising to £58,225 (Pro-rata for part time).

Oxford Brookes University is distinctive in nature. We are a modern and forward-thinking institution rooted in and connected to a city with a rich history of culture and learning. We are a globally recognised University focused on providing high-quality teaching, delivering impactful research and excellent student experience. Our vision is simple: "shape tomorrow through our unique blend of the modern and the traditional, by embracing diversity, seeking out the new and excelling in education and research."

Situated in the heart of Oxford, this post is based in the School of the Built Environment, a lively and multidisciplinary environment with a strong tradition of excellence in teaching underpinned by world class research and strong industry links in the professional fields of construction, real estate, planning and urban design.

We are looking for candidates who can offer a strong academic or working knowledge of the construction industry, allowing our students to learn from academic/industry experts.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching on historic conservation and construction programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Pursuing research and knowledge transfer activities.
• Seeking external funding for research and knowledge transfer.
• Leading programmes and curriculum development.
• Leading the development of new educational initiatives.

Qualifications:

• A good first degree and/or postgraduate degree in planning, historic conservation, building pathology or related building surveying disciplines.
• Substantive industry or teaching experience in historic conservation, repair and maintenance.
• The potential to develop and sustain externally funded research and knowledge transfer work.
• The potential or track record of publishing in high quality refereed journals.
• The ability to teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• The ability to develop and lead new programmes.
• The ability to build collaborative internal and external relationships.
• Experience of successfully working as part of a multi-professional team.

Training in teaching methods is provided for those without relevant experience.

Benefits:

Our employees' well-being, physical, mental and financial, is incredibly important to us. This is why we offer our employees a varied and comprehensive benefits package.

As an Oxford Brookes employee, you will enjoy 35 days holiday, plus 8 Bank Holidays and additional University concessionary Days (approx 5 per year). In addition, all employees have access to:

• Discounted rates for the University sports & gym facilities and access to a variety of other university facilities including NHS Dentist, Brookes on site Nursery.
• Discounted travel options (Discounted bus travel in and around Oxford, Park & ride scheme, Interest free loans for travel tickets and cycle to work scheme).
• Relocation scheme - £5000 for candidates moving more than 30 miles on a permanent basis.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Connected community - Brookes have a wide variety of staff networks which instill a sense of community offering employees a space for support, guidance and friendship making it a vibrant and inclusive place to work.

Equality, diversity and inclusion:

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

Visa & Sponsorship:

Please note, this role may not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points based immigration system, and may be dependent on the candidate meeting one of the criteria to rely on tradeable points.