28.3324, Jobs: English; Phonetics; Sociolinguistics: Lecturer, University of Glasgow

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Subject: 28.3324, Jobs: English; Phonetics; Sociolinguistics: Lecturer, University of Glasgow

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Date: Fri, 04 Aug 2017 12:28:02
From: Jane Stuart-Smith [Jane.Stuart-Smith at glasgow.ac.uk]
Subject: English; Phonetics; Sociolinguistics: Lecturer, University of Glasgow, Scotland, UK

University or Organization: University of Glasgow 
Department: English Language and Linguistics
Job Location: Scotland, United Kingdom 
Job Title: Tutor (English Language and Linguistics)
Job Rank: fixed-term University Teacher; Lecturer

Specialty Areas: Phonetics; Sociolinguistics 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

Job Purpose:

To contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by
undertaking a range of teaching, assessment and administrative duties,
principally at undergraduate level, in relation to English language and
linguistics with a specialism in phonetics, as requested by the Head of
Subject, in order to contribute to learning and teaching objectives in the
School of Critical Studies.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

- Contribute to the planning, organisation and delivery of undergraduate
teaching within English Language & Linguistics in the School of Critical
Studies.

- Deliver a range of teaching and assessment activities directed towards the
delivery of subjects at undergraduate level and to the ultimate achievement of
School /Subject objectives.

- Participate in a range of course administration duties, within required
timescales, including effective communication of information, marking,
assessment and timeous constructive feedback.

- Assist with the development of appropriate teaching materials ensuring
content and methods of delivery meet determined learning objectives.

- Contribute to the effective use of learning technologies to support and
enhance course delivery, course organisation, feedback and assessment. This
may involve blended and/or online provision including the use of Moodle and
other ICT materials.

- Apply specialist knowledge to teaching that best meets the needs of
individuals and groups of learners, ensuring an inclusive and evidence-based
approach that promotes student participation and learning outcome attainment.

- Participate in the full assessment process using a variety of methods and
techniques and provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students
that supports their learning.

- Assist with the supervision of student projects, dissertations, and any
practical work, advising on skills, methods and techniques to assist the
transfer of knowledge, and respond appropriately to the diverse range of
learner support/needs.

- Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.

- Assist with and undertake any other relevant duties as requested by the Head
of School or Subject Area.

Standard Terms & Conditions:

Salary will be on the University’s Research and Teaching Grade, level 6,
£27,629 - £31,076 per annum. This position is fixed term from 1 September 2017
to 15 June 2018. New entrants to the University will be required to serve a
probationary period of 6 months.

The successful applicant will be eligible to join the Universities'
Superannuation Scheme. Further information regarding the scheme is available
from the Superannuation Officer, who is also prepared to advise on questions
relating to the transfer of Superannuation benefits.

All research and related activities, including grants, donations, clinical
trials, contract research, consultancy and commercialisation are required to
be managed through the University’s relevant processes (e.g. contractual and
financial), in accordance with the University Court’s policies.

Vacancy Ref: 018448, closing date: 10 August 2017

INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, 29 AUGUST.

It is the University of Glasgow’s mission to foster an inclusive climate,
which ensures equality in our working, learning, research and teaching
environment.

We strongly endorse the principles of Athena SWAN, including a supportive and
flexible working environment, with commitment from all levels of the
organisation in promoting gender equity.

The University of Glasgow, charity number SC004401.

Application Deadline: 10-Aug-2017 

Web Address for Applications: http://bit.ly/2v3vQm7 
Contact Information:
	Professor Jane Stuart-Smith 
	Email: Jane.Stuart-Smith at glasgow.ac.uk 

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