Senior Lecturer in Computer Science (Online Teaching)

Job details

College

College of Science and Engineering

Responsible to

Head of Discipline – Computing & Maths

Location

Markeaton Street, Derby Campus

Salary

£45,585 to £54,395 per annum

Closing date

Sunday 11 February 2024

Contract type

Permanent

Post type

Full-time

Reference

0593-23

About the role

This is an exciting time in Computing and Mathematics at the University of Derby. Building on recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) success, we are investing in, and growing a number of key areas. This includes the opening of the £13m Institute of Technology in 2023, expanding our Data Sciences Research Centre, and further growing our areas of expertise in Software Engineering, Internet of Things, Data Sciences, Cyber Security, Computer Games & Immersive Technologies, delivering our successful online portfolio and expanding our collaborative provision abroad.

To support this expansion we are investing in an appointment for a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science, with a particular interest in areas such as Information technology and IT systems engineering which will involve managing and teaching in an online as well as campus based mode. You will be able to evidence your reputation and record of excellence which demonstrates a contribution to the furtherance of knowledge in your discipline, potential to grow this reputation with the production of high-quality publications, potential to attract external research funding, and experience to deliver a high-quality student focussed student experience. You will be able to evidence excellent knowledge of managing student experience in an online/ distance learning learning space.

With your teaching, research, and emerging leadership skills you will contribute to raising the national and international profile of our School and University. You will support the ongoing development and delivery of our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, mentor students and colleagues, and become a key member of our team. You will engage with a variety of responsibilities including research, education, and administrative duties in alignment with the School strategy and goals.

About the School of Computing and Engineering

The Discipline of Computing and Mathematics sits in the School of Computing, and is at the leading edge of research and innovation, with a strong academic reputation in research, knowledge transfer, and undergraduate and postgraduate education. The School delivers a range of programmes including undergraduate degrees in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Games, Information Technology, Data Sciences and Mathematics. Postgraduate degrees include Data Sciences, Cyber Security, and Information Technology. We offer traditional campus-based programmes at our modern campus in the heart of Derby – one of the historic industrial heartlands in the Midlands. In addition to this, we also offer on-line programmes. Many of our colleagues are active in research and have international profiles, maintaining close links with industry regionally, national, and internationally.

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Professor Stephan Reiff-Marganiec, Head of School – Computing via [email protected] , or Professor Alistair McEwan, Head of Discipline of Computing and Mathematics via [email protected]  

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via [email protected]

Principal accountabilities
Learning / Teaching

Lead on, or contribute to the leadership within, the subject area on undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and post-experience programmes.

Teach and facilitate learning on core and optional modules relating to the academic discipline.

Ensure that module / programme design and delivery comply with the quality standards and regulations of the University.

Contribute to the development of learning and teaching strategies and ensure that knowledge from research and scholarly activities informs and enhances learning and teaching, as well as extending it to appropriate external activities such as knowledge transfer activities.

Undertake relevant module leadership responsibilities and take on other programme-related work that may include marketing, recruitment, and learning and teaching development.

Supervise student projects at undergraduate / postgraduate levels.

Develop innovative approaches to learning and teaching, such as blended or online, to encourage student centred learning.

Ensure effective monitoring of student progress and provide advice and guidance to staff and students as appropriate.

Research / Scholarship

Take the lead on, plan, develop and conduct research objectives, projects and proposals within the broader programme. Deliver research outcomes that will contribute to the REF.

Acquire, analyse, interpret and evaluate research findings / data using approaches, techniques, models and methods selected or developed for the purpose.

Manage the application of a range of methodologies, approaches and techniques appropriate to the type of research being pursued. Where appropriate investigate and devise research methods and approaches.

Generate income by developing and winning support for innovative research proposals and funding bids, working where appropriate within Research Centres and Colleges.

Disseminate and explain research findings through leading peer-reviewed national publications (and international where appropriate), conferences and other appropriate media.

Ensure adherence to ethical standards in the projects for which the role holder are responsible.

Monitor research resources such as budget, materials and equipment.

Provide mentoring and guidance to colleagues and co-ordinate the work of research and support staff.

Take a leading role in the development and delivery of business engagement activities, developing entrepreneurial links with external organisations.

Identify own professional needs and undertake appropriate training and staff development.

Other

Act as a personal tutor, supporting and mentoring students as appropriate

Provide pastoral care to students, referring when necessary to services that provide further support.

Liaise with international partners as required on existing and future collaborations.

Contribute to new initiatives at appropriate levels.

Build on existing research networks, furthering contacts with external organisations such as funding bodies.

Actively seek out and develop opportunities for interdisciplinary research both across the University and externally.

Observe and implement University policies and procedures.

Person specification
Essential Criteria
Qualifications

• Good Honours Degree in relevant subject discipline or equivalent
• Senior Fellowship of the Advanced HE (HEA) or willingness to work towards (within 24 months)
• PhD or equivalence accepted in a relevant subject area, for example by publication or through appropriate professional achievement
• Subject specific qualifications / knowledge with a focus on Computer Science and Information Technology
• Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (HE) or equivalent qualification

Experience
Learning / Teaching

• Demonstrable experience of delivering effective learning, teaching and assessment in Higher Education to undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Demonstrable experience of successful curriculum development
• Demonstrable experience of effectively designing and implementing a range of formative and summative assessments for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes
• Significant experience of excellent teaching identified by peer review
• Experience of quality assurance and validation of HE modules/ programmes
• Proven experience of module and programme leadership
• Experience of supervising undergraduate projects and postgraduate research students, providing training and some teaching as appropriate
• Experience of managing and delivering online teaching experiences
• Experience of teaching online/distance learning courses

Research / Scholarship

• Experience and achievement in the academic discipline, reflected in growing and consistent national reputation
• Evidence of publishing in high quality (“REF able”) journals or other outputs in research or practice
• Experience and demonstrable knowledge / expertise in research methodologies appropriate to the academic discipline

Skills, knowledge & abilities

• An appropriate level of digital capability and aptitude with practical experience of applications which enhance student learning
• Ability to communicate with clarity on complex and conceptual ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding as well as to peers, using high level skills and a range of media
• Excellent ability to build relationships and collaborate with others, internally and externally
• A high level ability to think critically and promote innovation and creativity
• Ability to devise, advise on and manage research programmes
• Demonstrates competences, core behaviours and supplementary behaviours that support and promote the University’s core values
• Demonstrates professionalism in learning / teaching and the values of the UK Professional Standards Framework for HE
• Committed to continual enhancement and a high quality student experience
• Promotes a high performance culture, fostering continuous improvement and driving quality
• A sound knowledge of the QAA Quality Code and HEFCE’s Operating Model for Quality Assurance
• A sound knowledge of the current higher education environment and its implications for the student learning experience
• A sound knowledge of the employability agenda and its relevance to learners and the curriculum
• A sound knowledge of internationalisation and its relevance for learners and the curriculum

Business requirements

• Able to take a flexible approach to work
  • Travel between sites and occasionally overseas for research or teaching
  • Some evening and occasional weekend teaching
  • Attendance at Open Days, Graduation events etc.
  • A commitment to own professional development

Benefits

As well as competitive pay scales, we offer generous holiday entitlement. We also offer opportunities for further salary progression based on performance, and the opportunity to join a contributory pension scheme.

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How to apply

You can apply by submitting an online application. Once you have signed in or registered with us you will be able to begin your application. If you are creating an account for the first time, please ensure you provide an email address that you access regularly as this will be our main means of contacting you regarding your application.

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If you require any assistance, including the provision of any documentation in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team at [email protected] .

Please note all applications must be submitted online by Midnight GMT on the closing date of the vacancy.

Important information

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Whilst this role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route, we recommend that you assess your individual eligibility before applying for this position.

Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa for more information.

To be eligible for sponsorship you must provide evidence that you hold all essential qualifications listed on the job description. Please note, equivalent experience will not be accepted as evidence of the essential qualifications.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

The University of Derby is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion. However you identify, we actively celebrate the knowledge, experience and talents each person brings. Our students come from a wide range of backgrounds; therefore we are particularly interested to hear from applicants who will help our leaders and teams be more reflective of our student population.

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