Teaching Fellow in Computer Science
- Employer
- ASTON UNIVERSITY
- Location
- Birmingham, West Midlands
- Salary
- £41,526 to £49,553
- Closing date
- 17 Nov 2019
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- Academic Discipline
- Computer Science, Engineering & Technology
- Job Type
- Academic Posts, Teaching Fellowships
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
Teaching Fellow in Computer Science x 2 Posts
Reference: R190454
Engineering & Applied Science
Salary: £41,526 to £49,553
Grade: Grade 09
Contract Type: Continuing
Basis: Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 17 November 2019
Applications are invited to join the School of Engineering & Applied Science, delivering Aston University’s Computer Science degree programmes. Two full time, continuing posts are available within the Computer Science Department, which delivers distinctive and innovative programmes at undergraduate and Masters levels, as well as degree apprenticeships, that achieve some of the highest employability rates for CS graduates in the UK. You will contribute to one or more of these programmes and will be committed to delivering high-quality teaching both on campus and in a distance-learning mode.
Successful candidates will support increased demand for our programmes, and we are looking for enthusiastic teachers, well versed in designing and delivering modules that meet the study requirements of specific learner audiences. You will have the ability to teach across a range of Computer Science topics, to students who range from first year undergraduate to Masters level using lectures, seminars and laboratory-style teaching. Delivery modes used will include both on-campus and remote delivery.
Computer Science is a dynamic and fast-changing discipline and those appointed will be capable of reflecting on each cycle of delivery, keeping their module content under constant review and innovating as appropriate. You will be responsible for the design and grading of student assessments and will meet the required service levels for (e.g.) return of marks.
Successful candidates will have, as a minimum, a good first degree in Computer Science or related discipline. The ability to explain complex computing concepts in a clear, concise and engaging way to a variety of students with different abilities is essential. Excellent communication skills are crucial as is a disciplined approach to providing thorough, timely feedback. The ideal candidate would also be familiar with online teaching platforms (Blackboard Collaborate or similar).
For an informal discussion relating to this post, please contact Professor Pete Sawyer (Tel: +44 (0)121 204 3058 or email: p.sawyer@aston.ac.uk)
Aston University is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter http://www.ecu.ac.uk/equality-charter-marks/athena-swan/, recognised by a bronze award. We pride ourselves on our vibrant, friendly, supportive working environment and collaborative atmosphere.
Please visit our website https://jobs.aston.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=R190454 for further information and to apply online.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Company
Our Mission
To be the UK’s leading university for business and the professions, where original research, enterprise and inspiring teaching deliver global impact.
Our Vision
In 2020 Aston will have an international reputation as the source of the people and the ideas that will shape the businesses and the communities of tomorrow.
We will be:
- Ranked within the top 1% of universities in the world
- Exceptional in terms of our worldwide reputation for graduate employability – as a result of innovative teaching and placement opportunities
- Recognised for excellence in research that delivers real solutions for local and global challenges, develops research leaders and provides the foundations for new businesses
- Focused on the needs of business and the professions, with courses and research that build on our strengths
- Transforming lives: developing sought-after, entrepreneurial graduates – from a wide range of backgrounds – with global citizenship skills
- Delivering our research and teaching in collaboration with international partners and innovative businesses
- A university with sustainability at the core of all we do, meeting world-class standards for environmental performance
- A welcoming community that is a great place to work and study.
Our Mission and Vision focus on two ‘core aims’:
1. Developing internationally sought after Aston
Graduates
2. Delivering excellent and transformational Aston
Research
2020 Strategy
With its focus on the application of knowledge for economic and social benefit, Aston University has a distinct mission that sets it apart.
Going forward to 2020, Aston must maintain its responsiveness to the needs of a changing world whilst remaining true to a distinctive, original purpose. Our strategy sets out aims and goals to ensure we are even more distinctive within a crowded and increasingly competitive environment.
Divided into eight categories, the strategy states Aston’s commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, widening participation, producing research with real-world impact, building strong links with business, industry and the public sector, and equipping our graduates with the skills they need to thrive.
- Telephone
- +(44)01212043000
- Location
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ASTON TRIANGLE
BIRMINGHAM
WEST MIDLANDS
B4 7ET
United Kingdom
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