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Head of BA (Hons) Fine Art and Illustration

Reporting To: Principal
Key Relationships: Senior Management Team, Site Manager,     Marketing Manager, Admissions Team 
Line Managing: Fine Art and Illustration Tutors
Fraction: 0.6 (average 3 days per week)
Salary: Pro rata FTE salary of £56,500

Context

City & Guilds of London Art School is a small-scale, independent Higher Education Provider and charity, well respected for its specialist undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Fine Art, Carving (Stone and Wood), Conservation (Stone and Wood, Books and Paper) and its intensive Foundation Diploma in Art & Design. The Art School is in a moment of significant development at the moment as it changes validation partners. It was previously validated by Ravensbourne University London, but will move to Arts University Bournemouth from September 2024. The Art School intends to introduce a BA (Hons) Illustration, a new course, already validated by AUB and  building on the institution’s historic strengths, from October 2025. The two areas of Fine Art and Illustration comprise approximately 120 students across undergraduate (c.75) and postgraduate (c.45) levels and approximately 12 part-time members of staff.

The Art School is seeking to appoint a new Head of BA (Hons) Fine Art and Illustration who will lead and develop both areas and manage an exceptional team of specialist practitioners who teach on the courses. Moreover, we are looking for an established expert in the field who can fully engage with the Art School’s ethos and mission; a practitioner who has a track record of leading excellence in this field and to ensure that decolonisation is embedded in teaching across the courses. A successful candidate will understand recent technical developments and identify relevant opportunities to ensure that the department can continue to thrive.

The postholder will work closely with the Graduate School to collaborate on resources and maximise opportunities for collaboration, growth and recruitment to postgraduate study from BA.

Main Purpose of the role

The Head of BA (Hons) Fine Art and Illustration is responsible for the leadership of these subjects at BA and Graduate Diploma level and is a key member of the Art School’s Senior Management Team. They are responsible for ensuring standards and proactively addressing developments in the subject area through curriculum enhancement and the development of external projects. As a leading authority and expert in the field they are an important ambassador for the subject area and the institution.   

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The main duties and responsibilities of the post: 

Academic Leadership


	provide academic leadership for the BA department and its delivery structure, including the maintenance and enhancement of standards 
	development and delivery of the curriculum. 
	ensure the delivery of high-quality specialist teaching and related support to students on the Fine Art and Illustration BA (Hons) courses in the context of curriculum content, teaching methodologies, policies and procedures. 


Planning, Preparation and Administration of Teaching


	ensure that teaching content is suitably prepared and updated for example: project briefs, timetables, risk assessments, study trip information etc
	ensure academic administration is undertaken effectively such as tutorial records, progress reports and references 
	ensure the effective use of the department’s section of the Art School’s Moodle site 
	effectively manage the department’s resources and apply budget control in liaison with the Head of Finance


Staff Management and Development


	recruit, manage and develop a team of academic staff, conducting Individual Performance Reviews and supporting staff to achieve clearly defined goals, high standards and meeting deadlines
	support colleagues in the department to develop their research/professional practice and/or enterprise initiatives to support their own personal development and enhance the learning environment and the Art School’s profile


Curriculum Development and Quality Assurance


	manage and actively contribute to course development through the leadership of course planning meetings and chairing of the Boards of Studies 
	lead on forward-looking curriculum development, managing the research, review and evaluation processes related to revalidation/validation 
	 conduct the department’s annual programme monitoring 
	actively engage with student and staff consultation through chairing and/or participation in the department’s student forum and other relevant meetings


Student Recruitment 


	take a proactive approach in ensuring undergraduate student target numbers are met including through close monitoring of applications, offers and acceptances and liaise with the Head of Graduate School to contribute to the achievement of postgraduate student targets.
	in conjunction with the Art School’s marketing manager and admissions team, lead the planning for and delivery of; Open Days, Interviews and portfolio reviews, Admissions and outreach activities 
	plan and engage in activities that promote the department’s course(s), the Art School and its students such as Student Exhibitions and Events, and visits to the department or external venues on behalf of the Art School


Teaching


	manage the teaching schedule following approval and sign off by the Senior Management Team
	contribute to the delivery of teaching approximately 0.2 fte, but applied flexibly according to the demands at different points in the year
	organise and contribute to the design, preparation and delivery of learning experiences for students including, induction sessions, tutorials, seminars, workshops, studio critiques, progress reviews and student presentations 
	oversee student learning activities, such as study trips, external projects and placements as appropriate, ensuring due regard has been taken of health and safety and other policies and protocols
	be a member of a team of progress and pastoral tutors offering support and guidance to students as a leading expert in the subject.


Assessment


	oversee and participate in both formative and summative assessment with due regard to the Art School’s policies and strategies 


Art School Profile 


	promote and maintain a positive profile for the Art School through, for example, presentation of own research work/professional practice in exhibitions, conferences and/or other public facing events, and membership of professional bodies and editorial boards, contribution to conferences, provision of expert advice etc.
	develop and where relevant organise external projects and collaborations with Industry partners, networking and building on external relationships that relate to student opportunities, bursaries and project funding


Internal Communications 


	ensure that communication with and between the staff team and students is effective and timely to facilitate the smooth running of the courses within the department
	chair specific departmental meetings and contribute to the Art School’s governance through membership of the Senior Management Team and Academic Board as well as other committees and working groups as appropriate


Personal development, research, scholarly activity and professional practice


	demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development in relation to their own professional practice, as well as in relation to learning and teaching.  
	participate in the Individual Performance Review process and engage in staff development and training activities in relation to priorities set by the Art School Strategic Plan and their Line Manager


Health and Safety


	responsibility for ensuring the department’s studio, teaching and workshop spaces are safe working environments for students and staff in liaison with the Art School’s Health and Safety Officer/Site Manager
	be knowledgeable about health and safety regulations and protocols as they relate to the department and remain vigilant of any breaches communicating with the Health & Safety Officer, students and colleagues as appropriate


Other


	deputise where appropriate for the Principal in matters related to the department;
	undertake other duties of a reasonable nature, as may be determined by the post holder’s line manager from time to time, in consultation with the post holder


It is the duty of the post holder not to act in a prejudicial or discriminatory manner towards members of staff, students, visitors or members of the public. The post holder should also counteract such practice or behaviour in others by challenging and reporting it.

This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. It is the Art School’s practice to periodically review job descriptions to ensure that they accurately reflect the job that is required to be performed, or to incorporate proposed reasonable changes following negotiation with the postholder.

Person Specification

Essential Knowledge and Experience


	Knowledge and experience of the leadership of teaching and assessment in Fine Art & Illustration at BA level
	Understanding of cross-subject programming, timetabling and delivery at BA level
	An interest in new approaches to recruitment
	Specialist and/or subject leader in Fine Art and/or Illustration
	Experience of effectively managing budgets and resources
	Postgraduate qualification or equivalent
	Interest in collaborative working structures as well as independent learning
	Education qualification or equivalent
	Understanding of the cultural sectors and careers relevant to Fine Art and Illustration


Desirable Attributes


	Experience of identifying new approaches to teaching & learning
	Experience of developing and writing new courses


Personal Characteristics


	Team player with optimistic approach to teaching & learning


Head of Foundation Art & Design

Reporting To: Principal
Key Relationships: Senior Management Team, Site Manager, Marketing Manager, Admissions Team 
Line Managing: Fine Art and Illustration Tutors
Fraction: 0.5 (average 2.5 days per week)
Salary: Pro rata FTE salary of £56,500

Context

City & Guilds of London Art School is a small-scale, independent Higher Education Provider and  charity, well respected for its specialist undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Fine Art, Carving (Stone and Wood) and Conservation (Stone and Wood and Books and Paper) and its intensive Foundation Diploma in Art & Design.

The Art School is in a moment of significant development at as it changes validation partners for BA and MA level courses which were previously validated by Ravensbourne University London, but will move to Arts University Bournemouth from September 2024. The Foundation Diploma in Art & Design will continue to be validated by University of the Arts London Awarding Body (UALAB) and comprises between 60 and 90 students as well as a team of specialist teaching practitioners and a dedicated technician.

The Art School is seeking to appoint a new Head of FAD who will lead, develop and manage the whole area. Successful applicants will be established in the field of art and design and can fully engage with the Art School’s ethos and mission; ideally a practitioner who has a track record of leading excellence as well as recruitment in this field and ensuring that decolonisation is embedded in teaching across the courses. A successful candidate will understand recent technical developments and identify relevant opportunities to ensure that the department can continue to thrive.

The postholder will work closely with the rest of the Art School to collaborate on the use of resources and maximise on opportunities for growth and recruitment to graduate study from Foundation to BA.

Main Purpose of the role

The Head of FAD is responsible for the leadership of Foundation Diploma in Art & Design and is a key member of the Art School’s Senior Management Team. They are responsible for ensuring standards and proactively addressing developments in the subject area through curriculum enhancement and the development of external projects. As a leading authority and expert in the field they are an important ambassador for the subject area and the institution.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The main duties and responsibilities of the post:

Academic Leadership


	provide academic leadership for the FAD department and its delivery structure, including the maintenance and enhancement of standards
	development and delivery of the curriculum.
	ensure the delivery of high-quality specialist teaching and related support to students on the FAD in the context of curriculum content, teaching methodologies, policies and procedures.


Planning, Preparation and Administration of Teaching


	ensure that teaching content, including for example: project briefs, timetables, risk assessments, study trip information etc is suitably prepared and updated
	ensure academic administration such as tutorial records, progress reports and references is undertaken effectively
	ensure the effective use of the department’s section of the Art School’s Moodle site
	effectively manage the department’s resources and apply budget control in liaison with the Head of Finance


Staff Management and Development


	recruit, manage and develop a team of academic staff, conducting Individual Performance Reviews and supporting staff to achieve clearly defined goals, high standards and meeting deadlines
	support colleagues in the department to develop their research/professional practice and/or enterprise initiatives to support their own personal development and enhance the learning environment and the Art School’s profile


Curriculum Development and Quality Assurance


	manage and actively contribute to course development through the leadership of course planning meetings and chairing of the Boards of Studies
	lead on forward-looking curriculum development, managing the research, review and evaluation processes related to revalidation/validation
	conduct the department’s annual programme monitoring
	actively engage with student and staff consultation through chairing and/or participation in the department’s student forum and other relevant meetings


Student Recruitment


	take a proactive approach in ensuring FAD student target numbers are met including through close monitoring of applications, offers and acceptances and liaise with the Principal to contribute to the achievement of foundation student targets.
	in conjunction with the Art School’s marketing manager and admissions team, lead the planning for and delivery of; Open Days, Interviews and portfolio reviews, Admissions and outreach activities
	plan and engage in activities that promote the department’s course(s), the Art School and its students such as Student Exhibitions and Events, and visits to the department or external venues on behalf of the Art School


Teaching


	manage the teaching schedule following approval and sign off by the Senior Management Team
	contribute to the delivery of teaching approximately 0.2 fte, but applied flexibly according to the demands at different points in the year
	organise and contribute to the design, preparation and delivery of learning experiences for students including, induction sessions, tutorials, seminars, workshops, studio critiques, progress reviews and student presentations
	oversee student learning activities, such as study trips, external projects and placements as appropriate, ensuring due regard has been taken of health and safety and other policies and protocols
	be a member of a team of progress and pastoral tutors offering support and guidance to students as a leading expert in the subject.


Assessment


	oversee and participate in both formative and summative assessments with due regard to the Art School’s policies and strategies
	report final marks through UAL AB’s course management portal


Art School Profile


	promote and maintain a positive profile for the Art School through, for example, presentation of own research work/professional practice in exhibitions, conferences and/or other public facing events, and membership of professional bodies and editorial boards, contribution to conferences, provision of expert advice etc.
	develop and where relevant organise external projects and collaborations with Industry partners, networking and building on external relationships that relate to student opportunities, bursaries and project funding


Internal Communications


	ensure that communication with and between the staff team and students is effective and timely to facilitate the smooth running of the courses within the department
	chair specific departmental meetings and contribute to the Art School’s governance through membership of the Senior Management Team and Academic Board as well as other committees and working groups as appropriate


Personal development, research, scholarly activity and professional practice


	demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development in relation to their own professional practice, as well as in relation to learning and teaching.
	participate in the Individual Performance Review process and engage in staff development and training activities in relation to priorities set by the Art School Strategic Plan and their Line Manager


Health and Safety


	responsibility for ensuring the department’s studio, teaching and workshop spaces are safe working environments for students and staff in liaison with the Art School’s Health and Safety Officer/Site Manager
	be knowledgeable about health and safety regulations and protocols as they relate to the department and remain vigilant of any breaches communicating with the Health & Safety Officer, students and colleagues as appropriate


Other


	deputise where appropriate for the Principal in matters related to the department; 
	undertake other duties of a reasonable nature, as may be determined by the post holder’s line manager from time to time, in consultation with the post holder


It is the duty of the post holder not to act in a prejudicial or discriminatory manner towards members of staff, students, visitors or members of the public. The post holder should also counteract such practice or behaviour in others by challenging and reporting it.

This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. It is the Art School’s practice to periodically review job descriptions to ensure that they accurately reflect the job that is required to be performed, or to incorporate proposed reasonable changes following negotiation with the postholder.

Person Specification

Essential Knowledge and Experience


	Knowledge and experience of the leadership of teaching and assessment in art and design at Foundation level 
	Understanding of cross-subject programming, timetabling and delivery at Foundation level
	An interest in new approaches to recruitment
	Specialist and/or subject leader in a relevant art or design specialism
	Experience of effectively managing budgets and resources
	Postgraduate qualification or equivalent
	Interest in collaborative working structures as well as independent learning
	Education qualification or equivalent
	Understanding of the cultural sectors and careers relevant to Art and Design


Desirable Attributes


	Experience of identifying new approaches to teaching & learning
	Experience of developing and writing new courses


Personal Characteristics


	Team player with optimistic approach to teaching & learning



City & Guilds Of London Art School

Hong Kong

Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering (14500)
Categories: Professoriate Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor of Aeronautics in the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ref.: 528839), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers degree programmes at all levels and has a highly vibrant research environment covering a wide range of disciplines. We currently employ about 35 full-time faculty members and have well-equipped teaching and research facilities and support. We have resolved to strengthen our capacity in aeronautics in view of the bright prospect for general aviation as an advanced/futuristic means of urban and regional transport for people and goods. The main thrust of our efforts is towards the hardcore technology enabling such advanced transport. Existing research activities related to the advertised post include robotics and UAV flight control, turbomachinery aerodynamics, aeroacoustics, and new materials for products including high-temperature applications. Candidates with strong credentials in any of the following areas are welcome: thermofluids, structural mechanics, material sciences and/or manufacturing technology, acoustics and control. Information about the Department can be obtained at http://www.mech.hku.hk.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or a related engineering field with an excellent research record. The successful candidate is expected to conduct cutting-edge research leading to technology breakthroughs in aeronautical engineering. The appointee will also be responsible for delivering quality teaching in relevant subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in addition to the engagement in knowledge transfer activities and provision of administrative service to the University/Faculty/Department.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V., a research statement and a teaching statement.   Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until April 15, 2025 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency


The University of Hong Kong

Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Pathology, School of Clinical Medicine (21200)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Pathology, School of Clinical Medicine (several posts) (Ref.: 529998), to commence as soon as possible for one to two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Intelligent Systems, related disciplines or equivalent. They should be self-driven, highly motivated, creative with excellent communication skills in written and spoken English and Cantonese. Expertise and knowledge in AI deep learning model development is essential and experiences in histology medical imaging analysis is highly desirable.

The appointees will participate in a multidisciplinary collaborative research project related to development of deep learning model for diagnosis and prognosis of different sarcomas. He/she will develop and train deep learning models with state-of-the-art algorithms based on histology whole slide images. They may also contribute to research of integration of multimodality data with clinical, radiological images and genomics data.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V.  Review of applications will start on (2 weeks from posting) and continue until December 31, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.


Germany, Dresden

TUD Dresden University of Technology, as a University of Excellence, is one of the leading and most dynamic research institutions in the country. Founded in 1828, today it is a globally oriented, regionally anchored top university as it focuses on the grand challenges of the 21st century. It develops innovative solutions for the world's most pressing issues. In research and academic programs, the university unites the natural and engineering sciences with the humanities, social sciences and medicine. This wide range of disciplines is a special feature, facilitating interdisciplinarity and transfer of science to society. As a modern employer, it offers attractive working conditions to all employees in teaching, research, technology and administration. The goal is to promote and develop their individual abilities while empowering everyone to reach their full potential. TUD embodies a university culture that is characterized by cosmopolitanism, mutual appreciation, thriving innovation and active participation. For TUD diversity is an essential feature and a quality criterion of an excellent university. Accordingly, we welcome all applicants who would like to commit themselves, their achievements and productivity to the success of the whole institution.

At the Faculty of Mathematics, Institute of Algebra, the Chair of Algebra and Discrete Structures offers a position as

Research Associate / PhD Student (m/f/x)

(subject to personal qualification employees are remunerated according to salary group E 13 TV-L)

starting December 1, 2024. The position is limited to 3 years. The period of employment is governed by the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz - WissZeitVG). The position offers the chance to obtain further academic qualification (usually PhD). Balancing family and career is an important issue. The position is generally suitable for candidates seeking part-time employment. Please indicate the request in your application.

Tasks: you contribute to the ERC Synergy Grant “POCOCOP (Polynomial-time computation: opening the black boxes in constraint problems)”. This includes the systematic exploration of polynomial-time tractability in the field of constraint satisfaction and its extensions, in particular promise CSPs, valued CSPs, and CSPs over infinite domains. The work is embedded in a larger research team and involves exchange visits with the partner universities in Prague and Vienna.

Requirements:


	university degree in mathematics or computer science
	strong background in at least one of the following fields: theoretical computer science, model theory, or universal algebra
	high motivation and creativity


We offer:


	the chance to do interesting and independent work in an open-minded team and a supportive atmosphere
	extensive training and development opportunities
	flexible working hours and remote work for balancing work and private life
	financial support for the purchase of a job ticket (for public transport in Dresden and the surrounding area)


TUD strives to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage women to apply. The University is a certified family-friendly university and offers a Dual Career Service. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.

Please submit your detailed application with the usual documents by October 2, 2024 (stamped arrival date of the university central mail service or the time stamp on the email server of TUD applies), preferably via the TUD SecureMail Portal https://securemail.tu-dresden.de by sending it as a single pdf file to manuel.bodirsky@tu-dresden.de or to: TU Dresden, Fakultät Mathematik, Institut für Algebra, Professur für Algebra und Diskrete Strukturen, Herrn Prof. Dr. Manuel Bodirsky, Helmholtzstr. 10, 01069 Dresden, Germany. Please submit copies only, as your application will not be returned to you. Expenses incurred in attending interviews cannot be reimbursed.

Reference to data protection: Your data protection rights, the purpose for which your data will be processed, as well as further information about data protection is available to you on the website: https://tu-dresden.de/karriere/datenschutzhinweis.


Technische Universitat Dresden

United Kingdom, Southampton

The Campus Kitchen is the University of Southampton’s in house catering service. We facilitate a multitude of services across the University to include the provision of food in catered halls, retail catering outlets across all campuses and a delivered catering service for all hospitality requirements. Our aim is to deliver a five-star food service, catering for a wide range of needs and requirements and enhancing the experience for staff, students and visitors on campus.

Find out more about the services we offer here.

The role

The working hours are on a full-time basis. There will need to be flexibility on hours to include evenings and weekends though the majority of shifts will be Monday to Friday. Whilst the majority of shifts will be on Highfield campus, you will occasionally be required to facilitate events on other campuses and University buildings.

This role is incredibly varied and will suit a well organised individual with a passion for delivering high levels of customer service. Day to day duties will include café and food service, to include setting up, preparing hot drinks, taking food orders and running food from the kitchen as well as assisting with the set-up, service and clear down of conference and hospitality events. There will also be some general clearing and cleaning duties, operation of plate-washing equipment, assisting with basic food preparation under guidance from chefs and operating a till and card payment systems as required.

Additional working benefits of the job include time off over the Easter and Christmas period due to University closure days, bank holidays and a 36 hour working week.

About you

You will be a highly motivated, friendly and proactive individual who takes pride in their work and prioritises the customer experience above everything else. You will strive to ensure excellent service standards and thrive when working as part of a team. You must be prepared to work extra hours and provide further flexibility during busy periods: September to November, Graduation weeks and Open days.

Ideally you will have some experience working within the hospitality industry, whether that be in a restaurant, café or hotel environment. A good knowledge of food and beverage would be advantageous.

What we can offer you

Working at the University of Southampton gives you access to a wide range of benefits in addition to our competitive rates of pay. Our core benefits include pension scheme membership; a generous annual leave allowance (supplemented by University closure days and public holidays) and excellent family leave arrangements (including maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave). All our benefits can be viewed here

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. We welcome applications from candidates who are committed to helping us create an inclusive work environment.

Working at the University of Southampton:

Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton!


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