University Teacher in Physics in Sheffield

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Overview

The School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences is seeking to appoint a part-time University Teacher in Physics to play an active role in the delivery of high-quality and innovative teaching, on a part-time (60%), fixed-term basis. You will have a track record of research/teaching in astronomy and physics or a closely related subject and will be expected to design, prepare, co-ordinate and deliver teaching and assessments to our undergraduate students. You will be expected to supervise undergraduate projects and contribute to the development of the astronomy and physics curriculum.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist astronomy, physics, and particle physics modules, which includes updating teaching material as required; communicating subject matter in a way students can understand, and encouraging them to engage in critical discourse.
• Supervise astronomy and/or particle physics undergraduate and Masters-level projects professionally and appropriately.
• Carry out course assessment, including marking/moderating assessments, providing written/oral feedback, and collating and providing final assessments.
• Actively contribute to education development work through pursuits relevant to the post, including participation in workshops and conferences to keep abreast of the latest developments in learning and teaching relevant for university science departments and/or learning and teaching related scholarship activities; reflecting on own teaching and seeking ways of improving performance.
• As a member of staff, you will be encouraged to make ethical decisions in your role, embedding the University sustainability strategy into your working activities wherever possible.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Essential criteria

• Hold a PhD (or equivalent experience) in Astronomy, Particle Physics, or a related subject.
• A good first degree in physics or a related subject or have equivalent experience.
• Ability to supervise undergraduate astrophysics research projects.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, report writing skills and experience of delivering presentations.
• Ability to deliver lecture-based, seminar and practical teaching as required of the modules to be taught.
• Ability to ensure that all students are actively engaged in the learning process.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to undertake some administrative duties.

Desirable criteria

• Experience of delivery and assessment of undergraduate and/or Masters level teaching.
• Teaching qualification.
• Ability to lead and deliver modules to a high standard.

Further Information

Grade: 8.2
Salary: £48,822 per annum (pro rata)
Work arrangement: Part-time (3 days per week)
Duration: 12 months
Line manager: School Director of Education
Direct reports: N/A

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place towards the end of August. This will consist of an interview and presentation. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage within two weeks of the closing date. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact mps-hr@sheffield.ac.uk.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

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