The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more. Find out more about our benefits (opens in a new window) and join us to become part of something special.

Overview

The School of Education at the University of Sheffield is seeking to appoint an innovative and forward-thinking University Teacher for a fixed term contract. 

In this teaching-focused position, you will coordinate, design and deliver teaching on undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across the School of Education, in particular on the BA/BSc Politics, Philosophy and Economics, BA Social Sciences and MA Social Research.

We are particularly seeking candidates with a background in either quantitative or qualitative research in the social sciences, and in the interdisciplinary study of philosophy, politics and economics. You will have a PhD in a social sciences discipline or related subject area, proven teaching and supervision experience and administrative skills.

With strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to an excellent student experience, you will join a diverse, world-class group of research and teaching staff.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Design teaching programmes for modules, which includes identifying learning objectives and selecting appropriate curricula, selecting teaching methods, resources and reading, and determining, designing and producing study material.
• Deliver teaching courses which include preparing assessment briefs and teaching materials, communicating subject matter and encouraging critical discourse to develop rational thinking.
• Coordinate team teaching, including liaison with other academic staff and/or graduate teaching assistants, to ensure the module complements other courses taken by students.
• Engage in critically reflective teaching that enhances the design and delivery of the School’s existing undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Carry out course evaluation, including facilitating student feedback; reflecting on own teaching and implementing ideas for improving own performance.
• Carry out a pastoral role for students such as acting as academic tutor.
• Self-generate work through scholarly pursuits plus innovation in teaching and administration.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students for dissertations and other assessments as required.
• Contribute to the life of the School of Education, the Faculty of Social Sciences and the wider University community through administration responsibilities and committee membership, as and when appropriate.
• As a member of staff you will be encouraged to make ethical decisions in your role, embedding the University’s sustainability strategy into your working activities wherever possible.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Further Information

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place July 24th We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage on the week commencing 13th July. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact edc-ops@sheffield.ac.uk.

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in new window).

What we offer

• A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways
• A range of generous family-friendly policies
  • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
  • access to menopause support in the workplace
  • paid time off and support for fertility treatment
  • and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Leader (opens in a new window). If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

We are a research university with a global reputation for excellence. Our ideas and expertise change the world for the better, making a real difference to society. We know that when people come together with different views, approaches and insights it can lead to richer, more creative and innovative teaching and research and the highest levels of student experience. Our University Vision (www.sheffield.ac.uk/vision) outlines our commitment to building a diverse community of staff and students that recognises and values the abilities, backgrounds, beliefs and ways of living for everyone.