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Visiting Lecturers in Business & Residential Estate Agency Working hours as described £39.80 per teaching hour and £20.00 per marking hour Cirencester, GL7 6JS & Swindon, SN1 5DE Role & Responsibilities We are seeking professional and passionate individuals with relevant subject expertise to teach on our Business & Enterprise, and Residential Estate Agency Foundation Degree programmes primarily at our Swindon Campus. From September 2024 we are expecting to have several Visiting Lecturer opportunities for the delivery of modules on our FdSc Business & Enterprise and FdSc Residential Estate Agency programmes. Opportunities will either be for 1) Module leaders, or 2) Visiting Lecturers. Successful applicants have the opportunity to deliver up to four modules as Module Leaders (0.4 FTE). It is intended that teaching will be consolidated over two whole days, for example Monday and Tuesdays. Module Leader: including preparation, delivery & marking: Delivery will be at our Swindon or Cirencester campus for half day per week for 12 weeks (0.1 FTE). For each module, visiting lecturers would be paid for 50 teaching hours plus 20 marking hours. Travel costs are not normally claimable for module leaders. Visiting Lecturer: Preparation and delivery of Expert sessions. For each half day teaching session at either Swindon or Cirencester, each visiting lecturer would be paid for 4 teaching hours. Under exceptional circumstances travel costs may be available for visiting lecturers with specialist expertise. We will require visiting lecturers for the following modules: Entrepreneurship, Business Finance, Marketing, Business Informatics, People and Organisations, Land and Property Markets and valuation, Property Transactions and Law. Skills and Qualifications Postgraduate teaching qualification and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (or willingness to achieve within two years of appointment). Experience of undergraduate and / or post graduate teaching Experience of design and quality control of modules, course programmes / specifications and innovative assessment methods Degree in a relevant discipline PhD qualification or Higher Degree in a relevant subject area Experience of the academic research process including grant writing and academic publications Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Membership of relevant professional body Experience of relevant industry or technical subject specific expertise To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable institution, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application. Closing date: Sunday 9th June 2024 Interviews: Friday 28th June 2024
Lecturer in Real Estate (China) Grade 8: £37,099 - £44,262, dependent upon experience Permanent, full-time Cirencester, GL7 6JS, Swindon, SN1 5DE, and locations in China, including Shandong Agricultural University. Teaching in China would not normally exceed two 7-week periods each year The Role The main purpose of the role is to teach a number of modules at the RAU's academic partner in China, Shandong Agricultural University (SDAU). We are seeking an ambitious academic that is passionate about the national and global opportunities in the land-based sector. Successful applicants will have expertise as a Chartered Surveyor and a specialism in one or more of the following areas: valuation, compulsory purchase, estate management, residential and commercial landlord and tenant. Candidates will have a proven track record in teaching excellence. Those with practical industry experience would be particularly welcomed to impart the authentic real-world experience that is highly valued by our students. You should expect to be resident in China for some of your time during both semesters (teaching periods in China would not normally exceed two 7-week periods every year). You will be provided with free staff accommodation on campus at the Joint Institute, two round trips per annum, suitable health insurance, a visa, and other related expenses, including a payment of £40 per day for subsistence when you are in China. If you are prevented from travelling to China due to Covid or other restrictions, you will be expected to deliver your live teaching online, using the RAU's International VLE. No accommodation or travel allowances etc will be available for teaching and related activities taking place in the UK. Key Responsibilities Deliver teaching through lectures, tutorials, seminars, field excursions, practical exercises and other modes of delivery to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Developing the teaching programmes in the subject to ensure they are cutting edge and embrace the latest innovations in teaching and learning. Design, deliver and mark a range of assessments, as required by programme specifications. Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student dissertations. Create student awareness of current professional practice through visits, case studies and visiting speakers. Provide academic support for students (all staff have Academic Support Tutor responsibilities). Contribute to the generation and delivery of professional development courses. Engage in the continual updating of knowledge and understanding in your teaching skills Develop a programme of research within a suitable research area. Prepare grant applications to secure external funding. Establish appropriate collaborations both within and outside the RAU. Act as primary or secondary supervisor of postgraduate students. Publish research articles in peer-reviewed journals of international standing. Actively disseminate research findings to ensure maximum impact. Follow RAU policies and practices including data protection and management, health and safety and ethical approval. Engage in the continual updating of knowledge and understanding in your field or specialism. Manage modules, programmes and other functions. Attendance at academic board, programme meetings, subject area meetings, examiners meetings and other management meetings arising from assigned responsibilities. Assist with the careers service to students and employers. Be part of the Land & Property Management recruitment team. Participate in the corporate life of the RAU as deemed relevant by your line manager. Contribute to the development of the wider University's new curriculum and academic agenda. Skills and Qualifications Ability to engage the interest and enthusiasm of students and inspire them to develop as independent learners. Postgraduate teaching qualification and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (or willingness to achieve within two years of appointment). Degree in a relevant discipline. Ability to develop an independent programme of research and scholarship related to RAU strategic research priorities. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Ability to use IT packages including Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Able to travel and work away when required (nationally and internationally). Benefits We offer a range of Staff Benefits including: 35-hour working week Generous 30 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts) Pension scheme Free and guaranteed parking on campus and free shuttle bus from campus to Cirencester town centre Discounted catering facilities Discounted onsite gym Free library services Employee assistance programme Occupational health and counselling services Cycle to work scheme Electric car scheme (via Tusker) Staff development opportunities To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable institution, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application Closing date: Tuesday 27th May 2024 Interviews: Thursday 6th June 2024
Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Business & Residential Estate Agency Lecturer (Grade 8: £37,099 - £44,262) pro rata dependent upon experience Senior Lecturer (Grade 9: £42,977 - £54,395) pro rata dependent upon experience Part Time (0.4 FTE), Permanent Swindon, SN1 5DE with occasional meetings in Cirencester, GL7 6JS The Role We are seeking an ambitious academic that is passionate about the national and global opportunities for business and residential estate agency. Our business-related teaching, research and knowledge exchange is core to our mission of helping young people develop employability skills and fulfil their ambitions as entrepreneurs or business leaders. We pride ourselves on helping the land-based sector find innovative and entrepreneurial solutions to global challenges. This position also builds upon our award-winning Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Programme (EEP) which provides an inspiring and supportive environment in which our students can share, develop and launch their ideas. The successful applicant will provide the programme leadership for two new Foundation degree programmes that are due to be delivered from September 2024 at our new campus in Swindon. The FdSc Residential Estate Agency is a unique programme focussed on those wishing to pursue a career in residential estate agency. The FdSc Business and Enterprise will give students the knowledge, understanding and much sought-after business management skills required to succeed in industry. Both programmes will be delivered over two days each week at our Swindon Campus which provides modern and fully accessible facilities in an innovative learning space. It is centrally placed enabling easy access by road and rail (a five-minute walk from the railway station). Candidates will have a proven track record of excellence in HE/FE teaching. Experience of programme management of undergraduate or postgraduate business programmes would be an advantage. In addition to providing programme leadership, successful applicants will be required to teach relevant modules from the degree programmes to be delivered at the Swindon Campus in one or more of the following disciplines: Entrepreneurship, Business Finance, Marketing, Business Informatics, People and Organisations, Land and Property Markets and Valuation, Property Transactions and Law. Applications from those with practical business experience would be particularly welcomed to impart the authentic real-world experience that is highly valued by our students. Key Responsibilities Support excellent, research-informed and practically relevant student learning: Teach relevant RAU undergraduate programmes in Swindon and potentially Cirencester. Act as Programme lead for FdSc Residential Estate Agency & FdSc Business and Enterprise. Address and resolve any issues relating to course delivery, student satisfaction, student progress, and retention as they arise. Articulate subject material in a way that will enable students to demonstrate an understanding of the subject areas through contextualization and critical analysis of case studies and scenarios in the context of their subject area. Contribute to the management, administration and coordination of parts of the teaching programme and its development. Enhance the RAU's impact and reputation as a champion for progressive and inclusive business skills, including: Active knowledge exchange. Media appearances. Speaking at public, policy and industry events. Representing the University at external meetings. Participate in training and team development activities to develop and update skills and knowledge. Contribute to a thriving, positive University culture: Connect and engage with relevant initiatives across the University, and foster collaboration. Encourage open, inclusive and respectful debate. All newly appointed academic staff who have not already achieved a relevant teaching qualification for Higher Education or Qualified Teacher Status are expected to study and attain the Post Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) or equivalent within two years of appointment in the role. Skills and Qualifications Ability to engage the interest and enthusiasm of students and inspire them to develop as independent learners. Postgraduate teaching qualification and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (or willingness to achieve within two years of appointment). Experience of undergraduate and / or postgraduate teaching. Experience of design and quality control of modules, course programmes / specifications, and innovative assessment methods. Proven track record in research-informed teaching. Flexibility and capacity to teach across a wide range of courses, and where appropriate in collaboration with specialists from other disciplines. Possess a degree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant discipline. PhD qualification or Higher Degree (e.g., Masters) in a relevant subject area. Publication in peer-reviewed outlets of international standing. Benefits We offer a range of Staff Benefits including: Generous 30 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts) Pension scheme Free and guaranteed parking on campus and free shuttle bus from campus to Cirencester town centre Discounted catering facilities Discounted onsite gym Free library services Employee assistance programme Occupational health and counselling services To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable institution, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application Closing date: Sunday 9th June 2024 Interviews: Thursday 27th June 2024
Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Real Estate Lecturer (Grade 8: £37,099 - £44,262) dependent upon experience Senior Lecturer (Grade 9: £42,977 - £54,395) dependent upon experience Permanent, full-time Cirencester, GL7 6JS & Swindon, SN1 5DE The Role The RAU offers several postgraduate and undergraduate programmes in Land & Property, including MSc Real Estate, MSc Rural Estate Management, BSc (Hons) Real Estate, BSc (Hons) Rural Land Management, and FdSc Residential Estate Agency. The main purpose of the role is to undertake teaching, research, and knowledge exchange in the discipline of Real Estate that underpins relevant programmes at the RAU. Applicants should have expertise in Rural Land Management and a specialism in one or more of the following areas: Valuation, Compulsory purchase, Estate management, AHA, FBT, and Residential tenancies. Candidates will have a proven track record in teaching excellence. Those with practical industry experience would be particularly welcomed to impart the authentic real-world experience that is highly valued by our students. The Post holder will possess an excellent understanding of Real Estate gained from relevant academic and / or professional experience. They will have a proven ability to communicate this knowledge to others, in large and small groups. They will have a well-developed empathy for students, a wish to develop the student experience, through both face-to-face and online teaching. The Post holder will have a teaching qualification or willingness to obtain one. All newly appointed academic staff who have not already achieved a relevant teaching qualification for Higher Education or Qualified Teacher Status are expected to study and attain the Post Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) or equivalent within two years of appointment in the role. Key Responsibilities Deliver teaching through lectures, tutorials, seminars, field excursions, practical exercises and other modes of delivery to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Developing the teaching programmes in the subject to ensure they are cutting edge and embrace the latest innovations in teaching and learning. Design, deliver and mark a range of assessments, as required by programme specifications. Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student dissertations. Create student awareness of current professional practice through visits, case studies and visiting speakers. Provide academic support for students (all staff have Academic Support Tutor responsibilities). Contribute to the generation and delivery of professional development courses. Engage in the continual updating of knowledge and understanding in your teaching skills Develop a programme of research within a suitable research area. Prepare grant applications to secure external funding. Establish appropriate collaborations both within and outside the RAU. Act as primary or secondary supervisor of postgraduate students. Publish research articles in peer-reviewed journals of international standing. Actively disseminate research findings to ensure maximum impact. Follow RAU policies and practices including data protection and management, health and safety and ethical approval. Engage in the continual updating of knowledge and understanding in your field or specialism Manage modules, programmes and other functions. Attendance at academic board, programme meetings, subject area meetings, examiners meetings and other management meetings arising from assigned responsibilities. Skills and Qualifications Ability to engage the interest and enthusiasm of students and inspire them to develop as independent learners Postgraduate teaching qualification and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (or willingness to achieve within two years of appointment) Degree in a relevant discipline Experience of undergraduate and / or postgraduate teaching Experience of design and quality control of modules, course programmes / specifications and innovative assessment methods PhD qualification or Higher Degree (e.g., Masters) in a relevant subject area Experience of the academic research process including grant writing and academic publications Ability to develop an independent programme of research and scholarship relevant to the RAU's vision and strategy. Publication in peer-reviewed outlets of international standing Ability to self-motivate and to motivate others Benefits We offer a range of Staff Benefits including: 35-hour working week Generous 30 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts) Pension scheme Free and guaranteed parking on campus and free shuttle bus from campus to Cirencester town centre Discounted catering facilities Discounted onsite gym Free library services Employee assistance programme Occupational health and counselling services Cycle to work scheme Electric car scheme (via Tusker) Staff development opportunities To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable institution, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application Closing date: Tuesday 27th May 2024 Interviews: Wednesday 5th June 2024