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Details Job Title: Lecturer in Sociology Department: Applied Social Studies Job Reports To: Head of Department Location: Luton Post Number: BEDS0148 Pay Point: Grade 7 £32,277 to £38,511 Context The post holder will form part of an established team delivering undergraduate and post-graduate programmes of study in a range of subjects within Applied Social Studies, leading to academic and professional qualifications. This particular post holder will provide input in relation to a new course in Sociology approved to run for the first time in October 2014 and a range of undergraduate courses in the social sciences. They should have a broad sociological background including within relatively new areas of the Sociology of Childhood and Sociology of Human Rights. The post holder will be expected to supervise undergraduate research students. The role will also ultimately involve raising the research initiatives and output of the Department of Applied Social Studies at the University of Bedfordshire. Key Elements (please tick as appropriate) 1. This post has MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY YES NO × 2. This job requires SAFEGUARDING 3. This is a KEY POST (i.e. must have nominated deputy) YES NO × YES NO × Principal Accountabilities Lecturers are expected to deliver teaching, conduct research and engage with employers regionally. They carry out a range of duties from those listed below. The specific duties will be specified by the Head of Department (or his/her nominee) and appropriate support and guidance mechanisms will be identified: 1. Agree and manage own teaching, academic management and administration responsibilities for course units, with guidance if required. 2. Teach in ways that respond to learner needs, engaging learners in the development of their own knowledge and skills, in the context of university and departmental strategies and policies. 3. Collaborate and share responsibility and decision-making with colleagues in teaching teams covering sociology, possibly taking responsibility for a unit in a developing capacity and with the assistance of a mentor. 4. Take individual responsibility for setting learning objectives, developing teaching resources and materials which support effective learning in line with university guidelines and course requirements. 5. Produce assessment and other related materials on time and to agreed specifications. 6. Assess the work and progress of students against approved criteria and provide constructive and developmental feedback. 7. Identify the learning needs of students and respond appropriately through one to one support or directing students to further support and guidance. 8. Act as a personal tutor to a range of undergraduate students. 9. Use appropriate technologies to deal with routine and complex information and share information and ideas in accomplishing tasks in teaching, research plus internal and external networking. 10. Join and contribute to appropriate external networks, in an individual, and on some occasions represent, in a developmental capacity, the department’s and university’s interests. - page 1 of 12 - 11. Develop and implement individual objectives agreed with line manager, in the areas of research, the development and delivery of Continuous Professional Development (CPD), and other areas of external engagement appropriate to individual knowledge, expertise and experience. 12. Supervise the independent work of students at undergraduate level, and contribute in a developmental capacity to the support of postgraduate research students as part of a supervisory team with the assistance of a specified mentor. 13. Share information and ideas including the outputs of agreed activity in the areas of research, teaching and external engagement, within internal and external networks relevant to each area. 14. Prepare proposals and applications (e.g., for research funding) to external bodies with the guidance and assistance of experienced colleagues. 15. Engage with other areas of the university community to support their activities. 16. Continually update knowledge and understanding at the forefront of sociology and professional practice and transfer knowledge of advances in sociology, personal research and professional practice into teaching and other activities. 17. Collaborate with colleagues on course development, curriculum changes and the development of research activity. 18. Develop initiative, creativity and judgement in responding to challenges and referring onwards those requiring specialist or expert management. 19. Undertake inter-campus travel and working that may be a requirement across the various University campus sites - page 2 of 12 - Person Specification Essential Criteria Evidence (Indicate were evidence will be assessed from ) PhD in a relevant subject area completed or close to submission (or demonstrably equivalent experience or professional standing) Membership of a professional body Recognised HEI teaching qualification Application Form Breadth and depth of knowledge to contribute to social science at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and associated research activities Familiarity with e-learning technologies Application Form Presentation Interview Knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues in sociology Some previous experience of teaching at higher education level Publications relevant to the discipline of Sociology Design and development of online learning Application Form Presentation Interview Application Form Presentation Interview Presentation Interview Qualifications Knowledge Experience Skills/abilities/ competencies Desirable Criteria Experience of developing teaching materials, units and courses Preparing bids for grant awarding bodies Evidence of undertaking continuous professional development (CPD) Experience of delivering training and consultancy Excellent verbal and written communication skills Highly organised and flexible approach to work with the ability to prioritise workload under pressure Excellent presentation skills Effective writing skills Capacity to work independently for sustained periods Skills in meeting deadlines Excellent problem solving skills Ability to contribute to a team Be a collegiate and an effective member of a team, exercise initiative, work independently and be pro-active. Ability to use specialist software related to teaching or research Facilitation and presentation skills for academic audiences Prepared to broaden knowledge and expertise into new areas Personal Attributes Flexible and adaptable working approach. - page 3 of 12 - A commitment to the mission and values of the University, and particularly to offering students a life enhancing and transformational experience - page 4 of 12 - Equality Statement The University of Bedfordshire is fully committed to the principles of equality in all its actions. Members of the University’s community are expected to respect and value individuality, differences and diversity; and work with others in an inclusive and consultative manner. A commitment to equality of opportunity for all individuals irrespective of their age, belief, disability, gender, race, religion or sexual orientation is at the core of what we do and members of the community must actively promote a positive non-discriminatory work and learning environment for fellow staff and students. Employees should demonstrate an understanding of the University’s commitments to equality and diversity as an integral part of the university’s core values and be able to identify and challenge discrimination, harassment, prejudice and inappropriate behaviour. Health & Safety Statement All employees are required to ensure that all duties and responsibilities are discharged in accordance with the University’s Health and Safety (H & S) at Work Policy. They should take reasonable care for their own H & S and that of others who may be affected by what they do or do not do. Staff should correctly use work items provided by the University, including personal protective equipment in accordance with training or instructions. Environmental Statement Employees must make proper use of any equipment and systems of work provided and take all reasonable steps to ensure that control measures are properly used. Employees must work with their Line Managers to ensure that an inventory is retained of all hazardous substances in the office that could be released into the environment. Employees are expected to identify operations that use significant amounts of energy, with a view to reducing consumption. This includes identifying operations that use resources, such as paper, and review the need for the current level of consumption, identifying savings where possible. Employees are expected to identify waste streams with a view to recycling and reuse, minimising office energy use in heating and lighting. Briefing Note: the content of this Job Description does not preclude other work required by the faculty department. Details of accountabilities will be discussed at annual reviews. Date Job Description issued to, discussed with and understood by Post Holder -----------------------------------------------------------Name of Post Holder: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Signature: ------------------------------------------(I confirm I have been briefed on the requirements of this Job Description and other related documents) Name of immediate Line manager: ----------------------------------------------------------- Signature: ------------------------------------------(I confirm I have briefed the Post Holder on the requirements of this Job Description and other related documents) Nominated Deputies (if applicable) - page 5 of 12 - As a KEY POST at least one nominated deputy must be identified. The Job Holder must confirm that the Nominated Deputy(ies) receives a copy of, and is briefed on this Job Description. Name of Nominated Deputy: -------------------------------------------------- Signature: ---------------------------------- Date: ---------------(As the Nominated Deputy for this post, I confirm I have been briefed on the requirements of this Job) If there are more nominated deputies, they should sign further copies of this Job Description. Amended by: Dated: - page 6 of 12 - Version: Details Job Title: Senior Lecturer in Sociology Department: Applied Social Studies Job Reports To: Head of Department Location: Luton Post Number: BEDS0148 Pay Point: Grade 8 £39,685 to £47,328 Context The post holder will form part of an established team delivering undergraduate and post-graduate programmes of study in a range of subjects within Applied Social Studies, leading to academic and professional qualifications. This particular post holder will provide specialist input in relation to a new course in Sociology approved to run for the first time in October 2014 and a range of courses within the social sciences at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. They should have a broad sociological background including within relatively new areas of the Sociology of Childhood and the Sociology of Human Rights. Specialist input is also needed for supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research students. The role will also involve raising the research initiatives and research outputs of the Department of Applied Social Studies at the University of Bedfordshire. Key Elements (please tick as appropriate) 1. This post has MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY YES NO 2. This job requires SAFEGUARDING 3. This is a KEY POST (i.e. must have nominated deputy) YES NO × × YES NO × Principal Accountabilities Senior Lecturers are expected to deliver teaching, engage in research and work to make links within and externally with employers and the academic community. They will carry out a range of duties from those listed below. The specific duties will be specified by the Head of Department (or his/her nominee) and appropriate support and guidance mechanisms will be identified: 1. Design, plan, review and develop ideas for activities and materials that support social science student teaching and learning across a range of units at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. 2. Take sole responsibility for the design and delivery of specific units, including taking the lead in teaching teams. 3. Take responsibility for defined areas and tasks within collaborative teams reviewing and enhancing provision as necessary. 4. Supervise the work of research students and colleagues working in areas of specific expertise across the portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate courses 5. Act as a responsible team member within the portfolio, taking the lead in respect of the delivery, and collaborating on the resource management and development of courses, and being responsible for the pastoral care and progress-monitoring of students. 6. Contribute to the design of units and courses, and their quality assurance and enhancement in the context of University and external body requirements. 7. Contribute to the academic life of the Faculty by actively engaging in appropriate committees, working groups and other activities. 8. Actively support colleagues in the Department in their teaching, research and knowledge exchange activities. 9. Develop ideas for income generation and promotion, advising others on strategic issues such as - page 7 of 12 - student recruitment and marketing. 10. Take a leading role in small internal teams working on research projects within an area of specific expertise, identifying and applying for funding, developing objectives and contributing to the delivery, presentation and publication of project outcomes. 11. Extend, transform and apply knowledge acquired from scholarship and research to teaching and knowledge exchange activities within the portfolio of courses. 12. Conduct independent and collaborative research, writing and contributing to publications or disseminate research and knowledge exchange findings using other appropriate media such as peerreviewed publications, presentations, exhibition or other appropriate events. 13. Participate in and develop external networks to obtain consultancy and other income-generating projects and build productive relationships to promote the university and its sustainable development. 14. Maintain knowledge and understanding at the forefront of the academic discipline and, if appropriate, also at the forefront of the relevant area of professional practice. 15. Develop and promote the Department and the University to the outside world through active engagement with external stakeholders; therefore there may be a requirement for travel overseas. 16. Undertake inter-campus travel and working that may be a requirement across the various University campus sites - page 8 of 12 - Person Specification Essential Criteria Qualifications PhD in a relevant subject area (or demonstrably equivalent experience or professional standing) Breadth and depth of specialist knowledge to contribute to social science at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and associated research activities Knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues in sociology and the social sciences Recognised specialism in the discipline of Sociology Publications relevant to the discipline of Sociology Previous experience of teaching at higher education level Experience of developing teaching materials, units and courses Experience of research, and dissemination of research, in a specialist area Preparing bids for grant awarding bodies Facilitation and presentation skills for academic audiences Excellent verbal and written communication skills Highly organised and flexible approach to work with the ability to prioritise workload under pressure Excellent presentation skills Effective writing skills Capacity to work independently for sustained periods Knowledge Desirable Criteria Application Form Familiarity with e-learning technologies Application Form Presentation Interview Evidence of undertaking continuous professional development (CPD) Application Form Presentation Interview Design and development of online learning Experience of delivering training and consultancy Ability to use specialist software related to teaching or research Application Form Presentation Interview Membership of a professional body Recognised HEI teaching qualification Experience Skills/abilities/ competencies - page 9 of 12 - Evidence (Indicate were evidence will be assessed from ) Skills in meeting deadlines Excellent problem solving skills Ability to contribute to a team Be a collegiate and an effective member of a team, exercise initiative, work independently and be pro-active. Flexible and adaptable working approach. A commitment to the mission and values of the University, and particularly to offering students a life enhancing and transformational experience Personal Attributes - page 10 of 12 - Prepared to broaden knowledge and expertise into new areas Presentation Interview Equality Statement The University of Bedfordshire is fully committed to the principles of equality in all its actions. Members of the University’s community are expected to respect and value individuality, differences and diversity; and work with others in an inclusive and consultative manner. A commitment to equality of opportunity for all individuals irrespective of their age, belief, disability, gender, race, religion or sexual orientation is at the core of what we do and members of the community must actively promote a positive non-discriminatory work and learning environment for fellow staff and students. Employees should demonstrate an understanding of the University’s commitments to equality and diversity as an integral part of the university’s core values and be able to identify and challenge discrimination, harassment, prejudice and inappropriate behaviour. Health & Safety Statement All employees are required to ensure that all duties and responsibilities are discharged in accordance with the University’s Health and Safety (H & S) at Work Policy. They should take reasonable care for their own H & S and that of others who may be affected by what they do or do not do. Staff should correctly use work items provided by the University, including personal protective equipment in accordance with training or instructions. Environmental Statement Employees must make proper use of any equipment and systems of work provided and take all reasonable steps to ensure that control measures are properly used. Employees must work with their Line Managers to ensure that an inventory is retained of all hazardous substances in the office that could be released into the environment. Employees are expected to identify operations that use significant amounts of energy, with a view to reducing consumption. This includes identifying operations that use resources, such as paper, and review the need for the current level of consumption, identifying savings where possible. Employees are expected to identify waste streams with a view to recycling and reuse, minimising office energy use in heating and lighting. Briefing Note: the content of this Job Description does not preclude other work required by the faculty department. Details of accountabilities will be discussed at annual reviews. Date Job Description issued to, discussed with and understood by Post Holder -----------------------------------------------------------Name of Post Holder: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Signature: ------------------------------------------(I confirm I have been briefed on the requirements of this Job Description and other related documents) Name of immediate Line manager: ----------------------------------------------------------- Signature: ------------------------------------------(I confirm I have briefed the Post Holder on the requirements of this Job Description and other related documents) Nominated Deputies (if applicable) - page 11 of 12 - As a KEY POST at least one nominated deputy must be identified. The Job Holder must confirm that the Nominated Deputy(ies) receives a copy of, and is briefed on this Job Description. Name of Nominated Deputy: -------------------------------------------------- Signature: ---------------------------------- Date: ---------------(As the Nominated Deputy for this post, I confirm I have been briefed on the requirements of this Job) If there are more nominated deputies, they should sign further copies of this Job Description. Amended by: Dated: - page 12 of 12 - Version:
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